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Happy Cinco de Mayo, DFB amigos!! The Three Caballeros While you’re at home making some of abuelita‘s famous tamales and watching Coco to celebrate the holiday, we’re taking you with us on a musical adventure through Epcot’s Gran Fiesta Tour! The Mexico Pavilion is a great spot to get a carved ring, sip on some BOMB cocktails at La Cava del Tequila, or even eat all the Mexican food your heart desires at San Angel Inn. But, did you know that the pavilion is home to the Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros?? Yes, friends, if you didn’t know a gem of a boat ride is hiding in the pyramid in Mexico! Mexico Pavilion In case you don’t know who The Three Caballeros are (gasp!), the rag-tag team of musicians come from the 1944 film of the same name. Donald Duck meets José Carioca and Panchito Pistoles to form their own mini boy band over the 7-act film (!!!) that follows the group through wacky situations on Friday the 13th, which happens to be Donald’s birthday (how fitting, right?). ©Disney But, the trio’s adventures didn’t stop when the film ended. In 2007, The Gran Fiesta Tour replaced the El Rio del Tiempo ride inside the Mexico Pavilion to make it more interactive for kiddos of all ages. The ride was updated again in 2015 to include audio-animatronics of Donald, José, and Panchito in the grand finale, but these animatronics have a HISTORY. If you happen to remember the Mickey Mouse Revue from Magic Kingdom that closed in 1980, you’ll recognize these animatronics as the ones featured in the late attraction! After the show closed in Florida, the animatronics were all shipped over to Tokyo Disneyland to reopen in 1983. The Mickey Mouse Revue played until 2009 at which point, the show closed to be replaced with Mickey’s PhilharMagic, and the friendly amigos made a trip BACK to the states to take the stage again — this time in the finale scene in the Gran Fiesta Tour! Gran Fiesta Tour The ride itself is very relaxing (our kids all LOVE going on this ride, which rarely has a line!). As you board your boat to drift past a Mayan pyramid, a volcano, and the San Angel Inn (wave to the folks eating!!), you’ll run into The Three Caballeros…er, well, two of them. Panchito and José realize when they’re introducing themselves that Donald is missing. So, they take you with them along on journey all over Mexico to find Donald before their hit concert starts (oh, Donald, when will you learn??). The Three Caballeros Different screens show The Three Caballeros super-imposed over actual spots around Mexico like the Palacio del Bellas Artes and El Castillo pyramid. They even take flight on a magic sarape across the cities! One of the most iconic scenes in the Gran Fiesta Tour, though, is where the audio-animatronics and colorful decorations look like something straight out of “it’s a small world.” Keep an eye out for the Donald piñata the next time you ride! Gran Fiesta Tour Luckily, The Three Caballeros catch up with Donald to play their concert in Mexico City with some AWESOME fireworks in the sky at the very end. Felicidades, amigos!! The Grand Finale!! Gran Fiesta Tour is a super relaxing and fun ride to step out of the Florida heat.Next time you’re near the Mexico Pavilion, swing by for a quick boat ride around Mexico. Plus, you can check out the “Remember Me” Exhibit when you enter the pyramid to take a look at the Dia de los Muertos displays and scenes from Coco! Gran Fiesta Tour While we might not be able to visit Epcot or the Gran Fiesta Tour for Cinco de Mayo, we’re still totally going to have a fiesta with our familia, DISNEY STYLE! Take a peek at all the recipes you can make inspired by Disney films! Have you been on the Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: When Disney World Reopens THESE Are at the Top of Our Must-Do List These 10 Disney World Attractions Need An In-Ride Photo or Video ASAP! Here’s How Epcot Made Its Attractions Even BETTER Today! View the full article

We’ve been keeping a close eye on the details that are being discussed by the Re-Open Florida Task Force as well as the local Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force. Disney Springs Today, two of the Orange County committee’s subgroups met to discuss new ways to reopen businesses and bringing tourism back to Orlando, Florida. The Reopen Business Working Group, a subcommittee of the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force, was the first to meet today. A major takeaway from this discussion was delivered by Alex Martins, a sports executive for the NBA. He said the NBA would most likely be reopening its practice facilities for NBA players this Friday. ESPN Club Martins said the NBA would be following all necessary safety guidelines for NBA players including individualized workouts, only allowing four players in the facility at a time, and only allowing one player at a basket per time. Masks would be worn by everyone and a complete deep clean sanitation of each practice facility would be performed every night in Phase 1. Busy Day at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Following the data like everyone else, the NBA would determine when it would be safe to move to Phase 2 which would include team type workouts as well as more staff and players being permitted inside the facilities at the same time. According to the task force, The NBA has decided to finish off its regular season and playoffs — possibly without fans present, but only as much as the data will allow. NBA games could be played as late as Labor Day and the next season might be delayed to allow the first season to finish if need be. While the NBA is still considering playing at “a centralized facility or a few centralized facilities around the country” and Disney World has been mentioned before, Martins didn’t specify which facilities they would be resuming practice at on Friday. ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Read more about the proposal for the NBA to finish out its 2020 season in Disney World here! Youcheng Wang, Dean of the Rosen College of Hospitality Management, was the main speaker at today’s meeting of the Bringing Back Tourism Working Group. Wang proposed a 3-phased gradual approach for restarting Orange County’s tourism. Disney Springs The first stage would use the Visit Orlando media campaign in new and engaging ways. He emphasized the importance of keeping Orlando visible and on the top of people’s minds on a national scale right now. Blaze Pizza at Disney Springs For the second stage, Wang recommended placing an emphasis on helping local businesses re-establish trust with consumers. Additional discussion included businesses providing clear information to consumers about their readiness and safety measures they are taking. The group addressed the idea of a “seal of approval” or “a seal of promise” which could prove especially useful for smaller businesses who are trying to rebuild trust and ease concerns. D-Luxe Burger in Disney Springs For example, smaller hotels might not have the resources to engage with consumers in the same way major players in the hotel industry can such as Marriot or Hilton. A seal of approval would show that these smaller companies are operating at a high level of engagement even if they lack the resources to advertise their new safety guidelines. Disney Springs The proposed third phase of Wang’s plan would include driving support from the local community and encouraging Florida residents to enjoy staycationing while helping their local economy. Phase 3 would expand later to include a geological approach, pursuing customers who can drive to Florida and eventually reaching towards a target audience of adults without children who would have the means for travel. We’ll continue to provide all additional information that is being discussed by the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force as well as the Re-Open Florida Task Force so stay tuned! Related posts: Updated! Will Disney World Really Re-open April 1st? Breaking News! Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Plan to Start Reopening Florida Orange County’s Mayor Is Expected To Announce His Phased Approach To Reopen Orlando Tomorrow View the full article

Disney souvenirs can be some of the best ways to commemorate your vacation and keep the magic alive at home. Pirate Minnie Ears You can choose to twirl around in a new dress inspired by your favorite Disney movie, wear an accessory fit for a Disney World adventurer, or grab a bag to stuff with your fav snacks. Although we love all the options you can pick from in the parks, we especially love the ability to personalize our own items! And, whether you’re getting a souvenir for a friend or a keepsake for yourself, you can customize these items with names the next time you’re in Disney World! Shirts Disney World is the place to get creative with your style when you’re visiting the parks (Disneybounds, family trip tees, costumes for the little ones!). And, while you’re exploring everything the Most Magical Place on Earth has to offer, you can make your own personalized shirt! If you head to the Tomorrowland Light and Power Co. in Magic Kingdom or the Marketplace Co-Op’s Made By You kiosk in Disney Springs, you can design a shirt that’s perfect for your own taste in fashion. Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. After you’ve picked what color shirt you’d like, you can choose from multiple designs and characters before writing what you’d like on it! You can set up the print with a phrase, a date, or your name and then send the image on its merry way to be printed on the spot at the kiosk. You’ll receive a little tag that shows you what time you can pick up your new shirt. BUT, if you order it by 5PM, you can typically get it the same day you submit your design! “Made by You” kiosk Sounds like fun, right?? You can make it a family activity, too, since you can get adult tees for $29.99, women’s tees for $39.99, and kids’ tees for $24.99. Learn more about the customization Made By You kiosk in Disney Springs here! Mickey Ear Hats Yes, one of the most iconic pieces of Disney merchandise can be PERSONALIZED! While you’re waltzing through the parks, you can pick out an ear hat you love (it’s so hard to choose!!) then bring it to the cashier to be customized. The Mickey Ear Hats normally swing for $14.99 to $24.99 depending on what design you choose (excluding the new designer ears), but the additional embroidery costs $3 for a basic font or $7 for a premium font. Birthday Mickey Ears Hat This is a SUPER cute way to commemorate your trip, whether it’s your first time in the parks (they’re perfect for your little one’s first trip to Disney World!!) or you’re celebrating a special occasion like graduation. Plus, they don’t take very long to make so you can browse the shop while you wait for your ears to be finished. Wedding Ear Hats You can find the option to customize your hat at places like The Chapeau or the shop outside of PhilharMagic in Magic Kingdom, Wonderful World of Memories in Disney Springs, Head to Toe in Hollywood Studios, and Mouse Gear in Epcot. Check out the latest pairs of Minnie Ears to hit shopDisney here! MagicBands Park admission, accessing your room, buying more merchandise — MagicBands are a pretty useful Disney World accessory. But, you don’t have to use the plain colored bands that get shipped to you before your vacation. You can actually design your own MagicBand with different colors, characters, and attractions to make your outfit EPIC. D-Tech Station All you have to do is visit a designated customization kiosk, scroll through the options, and design your band (with or without your name, if you please) before submitting it to be made. After you’ve picked it up, you’ll need to add the code on the back of the MagicBand to your My Disney Experience account to be able to link it and use it in the parks. D-Tech Princess MagicBands You can even make multiple personalized MagicBands to accessorize that new personalized shirt for $32.99 per band at the Marketplace Co-Op’s D-Tech station in Disney Springs, Tomorrowland Light and Power Co. in Magic Kingdom, and Star Wars Launch Bay in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Check out some customizable Baby Yoda merchandise here! Phone Cases Just like the custom MagicBands, you can also personalize your own phone case at the same spots around the park! D-Tech on Demand Make sure to choose what type of phone you have before picking your character or design and writing your name. Then, voila!! You’ve got yourself a new dandy lookin’ phone case for $44.95! Parasol Okay, so this might be the cutest thing on this list (so pay close attention, all you Dapper Day fans!). In Liberty Square in the Magic Kingdom or by the bridge in the France Pavilion in Epcot, you can find parasol carts with dainty umbrellas that are just so fabulous, we want an entire collection. France Parasols Just like a lot of the other things you can personalize, you can pick from different colors and you can also choose your size. Options are typically a large or mini-sized parasol. Parasol A regular purchase includes the hand-painting of your name, flowers, and hearts on the parasol. Buuut, if ya wanna get whimsical, you can choose custom artwork for an additional charge! You can choose from a range including the Disney Princesses, Orange Bird, or famous snacks (even whatever this VERY unsettling design is!). See the weirdest Disney Parasol EVER here! Glassware Anybody else here a big fan of mugs with photos on them?? Well, if you’re sentimental like we are, you just might love the custom glassware you can get throughout Disney World. On top of mugs, you can pick from wine glasses, champagne flutes, tumblers, steins, as well as others. Depending on what design you choose, the prices can vary. However, the engraving costs around $3 per word or date (so short and sweet works best!). Mickey and Minnie Glass at Glaskunst Sometimes it’s hard to find something to bring back to everyone at home. That’s why these glasses can be a great gift to give to your family and friends for Christmas or even just for taking care of the pets while you were away! You can custom design them at Arribas Bros. in Disney Springs or Glaskunst in the Germany Pavilion. You’ve gotta see these customized Champagne Flutes we spotted in the Magic Kingdom! They’re PERFECT for a wedding! Frames Also at Arribas Bros., you can find frames that you can customize with your family’s name. These are such a fun personal way to display all those AMAZING PhotoPass photos from your trip! The frames feature numerous characters and landmarks from around the parks, as well as the Walt Disney World logo. Put Magic Shots Like These in Your Frames! ©Disney Depending on what size you pick, the prices can vary (like $65 for an 8×10 custom frame). Leather Bracelets When I was a kid I begged for one of those leather bracelets that you can get engraved! And, in Disney World, they’ve got a little extra magic with unique characters (like Baby Yoda) and colors. You just have to pick your bracelet design, your text font, and what you’d like to have written on it before they etch your message into the leather. ©shopDisney If you’re looking for an inexpensive keepsake, you can get these babies for $10 at locations like the Canada Pavilion in Epcot, Frontierland, and the Pirates of the Caribbean Gift Shop in Magic Kingdom. Multiple gift shops throughout Disney’s Animal Kingdom carry them as well. Get the personalized Baby Yoda bracelet ONLINE here! Rings To match your leather bracelet, you can get a ring carved with your name at spots like the Mexico Pavilion in Epcot or the Pirates of the Caribbean gift shop in Magic Kingdom, too! You can choose from a brass version for $12-$14, silver for $18-$42, or gold for $199-$249. Mexico Pavilion These can be a fun, more pricey gift for your special someone or for you if you’re just looking to treat yo’self. Ornaments Disney releases unique ornaments each Christmas to make things merry and bright during the holiday season! And, if you stop by Days of Christmas in Disney Springs or the Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe in Magic Kingdom, you can get an ornament personalized for your family. After you pick what ornament you’d like to have engraved (prices vary depending on which one you pick), it costs about $4 per word or date on the ornament. Personalized Ornaments My family collects ornaments every year, so you could make a wonderful family tradition where you all pick an ornament to engrave for Christmas each year! Plus, Disney ornaments just look so pretty next to all those Christmas lights on your tree! Note that we also spotted customized ornaments offered last Halloween as well! Check out 25 Can’t-Miss Experiences to Celebrate the Holidays at Walt Disney World This Year! Disney Caricature Last but not least, every kid’s dream is to be drawn like their favorite Disney character (yes, parents, you know how many times you’ve been asked for this). Right?! Or was that just me…lol. Either way, you can get your portrait done just like an animated classic with artist caricatures in Disney Springs, most Disney Resorts, and Liberty Square in Magic Kingdom. Caricatures We’ve seen kids get cartoon-ified as their favorite Disney Princess or Star Wars character. Buuut, we’ve even seen adults commemorate their honeymoon or anniversary with one of these doodles! The artist caricature costs $15 for face only black and white, $20 for face only color, $20 for face and body black and white, or $30 for face and body-color per person. After your artist is finished, they’ll sign your name at the top of the piece so you can show it off in your own castle! Portraits and Caricatures You can find these caricature artists at multiple locations around Disney World including the France Pavilion in Epcot, at the entrance to Liberty Square in Magic Kingdom, just across the bridge from Cinderella Castle, among others. Although we can’t visit the parks right now, you can still customize different items online and have them shipped to your home. You can get tees for your whole fam, towels for your pool days, and so much more! Buuut, we are totally looking forward to getting some of these goodies in person when Disney World reopens. Check out these souvenirs we totally regret buying in Disney World! What personalized Disney souvenir do you want the most? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: When Disney World Reopens THESE Are at the Top of Our Must-Do List Disney News This Week: ALL the News and Updates from the Most Magical Places on Earth! DFB Video: Latest Disney Parks News — CEO Shakeup, HUGE Refurb News, and MORE! View the full article

Disney World has been closed for almost two months now, and we sure miss getting a glimpse inside those park gates. ©Jonathan Michael Salazar Well today, thanks to a dedicated pilot, we’re getting a birds-eye view of Disney World. We’ve already gotten one peek inside the parks from above, but this one is a LOT more comprehensive. Check out pics of the parks, resorts, and more! Jonathan Michael Salazar, a pilot and photographer, organized this shoot over Disney World airspace (usually a no-fly zone). He took over 80 pictures and posted them on Facebook for the world to see! You can check out the full shoot here, but we picked out a few of our favorites to look at. ©Jonathan Michael Salazar Here you can see an empty Magic Kingdom with a focus on the hub. It looks like there are only a few dozen cars parked in the employee lot behind Tomorrowland. The full album on Facebook features mind-boggling pictures of completely empty guest parking lots. ©Jonathan Michael Salazar The next photo shows off an empty Epcot. You can see all construction sites in the middle of Future World! ©Jonathan Michael Salazar Hollywood Studios was a shocking sight, too. We’ve never seen Toy Story Land this empty! We love all the bright colors. ©Jonathan Michael Salazar Though it’s difficult to see the empty areas with all the foliage in Animal Kingdom, Salazar did snag this cool photo of all of the Kilimanjaro Safari trucks parked and out of commission. ©Jonathan Michael Salazar You’ll have to check out his album to see pics of ALL the vacant resorts but look at this totally empty Polynesian Village Resort. It almost doesn’t look real. ©Jonathan Michael Salazar Disney Springs is shuttered too! It’s weird to see such a vibrant district look so quiet! ©Jonathan Michael Salazar Remember, to see the rest of the pics you can check them out on Jonathan Michael Salazar’s Facebook post here! Click here to see more birds-eye views of a closed Disney World! What do you think of these shots of Disney World during the closure? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Florida Surgeon General Warns That Current Measures Should Continue Until a Vaccine Exists. What Does That Mean for Disney World? Why Disney World Could Be Very DIFFERENT When It Reopens Did You Know This is Still Happening in Disney World? Even When It’s Closed? View the full article

While Disney Parks around the globe remain temporarily closed due to the ongoing global health situation, analysts are weighing in on the potential depth of the financial loss for the Walt Disney Company. Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle An article by The Press-Enterprise explores the projections according to an analyst report by research firm MoffettNathanson, specifically regarding the losses faced by the theme parks. “Disney theme parks face a potential $21 billion revenue loss through 2022” due to the park closures (which — at press time — will continue until further notice) according to the report. Disney California Adventure Main Entrance — Closed While we are all eagerly anticipating the reopening of the parks (and, in fact, there is already chatter about a possible May 2020 reopening for Disneyland Shanghai), the report by MoffetNathanson states that “We believe that investors are underestimating the lagging recovery nature of Disney’s theme parks.” The report ultimately forecasts that theme park revenues could be as much as $21.7 billion below 2019 fiscal year levels. The Press-Enterprise article provides some perspective: “That’s enough to pay for Shanghai Disneyland four times over. Disney’s $5.5 billion Chinese theme park resort opened in 2016.” Shanghai Disneyland Bearing in mind that an economic downturn is anticipated even after the health situation begins to resolve, this could mean that theme parks may encounter a “slower ramp back to a new normal,” with the travel and hospitality industries facing an impact more severe than those following 9/11 and the 2008-09 economic downturn. (It’s also noted in the report that “Disney’s U.S. hotel revenue didn’t return to pre-recession levels for three years.”) The assumption in the report is that Disney park attendance will drop by 50% through the end of the 2020 fiscal year. For 2021, the assumption is projected to 75% of previous attendance levels and 90% for 2022. Magic Kingdom Park Entrance Another potential factor affecting revenue may be the possibility of discounted theme park tickets (to help ramp up attendance following the closures). The report also states that “Disney is expected to delay capital expenditures on non-critical theme park projects to help curtail the losses.” All that said, the analysts also anticipate the potential for a big rebound in Disney parks attendance levels in 2022, assuming that the threat from the health crisis diminishes when a vaccine becomes widely available. Tonight, Disney will present how the company fared during the first three months of the year, its fiscal second quarter. So, we should have more info to share on the companies earnings for the year so far. Source: The Press-Enterprise We, of course, are continuing to monitor Disney Parks and destinations around the world as they are impacted in this moment, and you can explore that topic further by visiting any of the links below. Are you following the latest on the Disney Parks around the world? Please let us know with a comment. Related posts: News: New Minnie Mouse Ears at the Disney Parks — and You’ve Got To See Them! EXCLUSIVE NEWS! A New Signature Margarita is Debuting At La Cava del Tequila in Epcot…And WAIT ‘Til You See Who Developed The Recipe! The 14 Disney Memes You Need in Your Life RIGHT NOW View the full article

We’ve been watching a ridiculous amount of movies on Disney+ recently (how can we resist cuddling up with a blanket and our pets to watch Onward??). ©Disney Since we’ve been chilling at home, baking some goodies, and doing some DIY home improvements, we’ve noticed quite a trend in what Disney characters we find ourselves relating to most. So, while you might be feeling a little bit differently than us (like Inside Out says, we all have different emotions driving our controls! ;D ), we can’t help but feel like these 10 Disney movie quotes are our honest truths right now. ©Disney For those of us who have been chilling at home alone, we totally understand how Elsa felt during the majority of Frozen. And, honestly, we’d give anything to build our own magical, talking snowman like Olaf right now for some warm hugs! “A kingdom of isolation…and it looks like I’m the queen.” – Frozen Elsa is All Too Familiar With Social Distancing ©Disney Anybody else keep hearing the Jeopardy song in their heads as another day goes by?? Just us? “When will my life begin?” – Tangled We Bet Rapunzel Makes Some Mean Sourdough Bread ©Disney Since we aren’t sure when we’ll be able to explore our big, blue, beautiful world again with stay at home orders, restaurant shut-downs, and the Disney Parks closures, we’ve really been spending most of our time lounging about in sweatpants (eating Disney recipes all day long). This next quote SPEAKS TO US right now. “Ten years we’ve been rusting, needing so much more than dusting! Needing exercise, a chance to use our skills! Most days we just lay around the castle — flabby, fat, and lazy…” – Beauty and the Beast We Feel Ya, Lumiere. ©Disney But, even though we might not be looking our best right now, we know that we’ll feel fabulous again once we have our favorite pair of Minnie Ears on! Truthfully, we’re feelin’ pretty Heimlich-y right now!! “Someday, I’ll be a beautiful butterfly.” – A Bug’s Life We’re Feeling Less Butterfly and More Chubby Caterpiller Right About Now! ©Disney Whether you’re surrounded by your family members or your swarm of pets, it’s very easy to get annoyed being in such a small space with everyone. We never thought we’d understand Scar from the Lion King on a deep level, but we’re REALLY feeling this sentiment right now. “I’m surrounded by idiots.” – The Lion King Same, Buddy. Same. ©Disney And, we’re pretty much all at that point where the way someone chews or breathes can set us off. May we suggest a calming circle alone…away from all your kids…with a glass of wine?? Mary: “Since this promises to be a most dire and stressful evening, I suggest we form a calming circle.” Winnie: “I AM CALM!” – Hocus Pocus Our Kids Have Been Running AMUCK, AMUCK, AMUCK Around Our House! ©Disney We’ve been trying to get as much Vitamin D as possible by relaxing in our backyards. But, we’ve MAJORLY been missing those days walking down Main Street, U.S.A., or strolling around the World Showcase. Quasi knows what we’re talkin’ about… . “Out there, living in the sun, give me one day out there! All I ask is one to hold forever… . What I’d give, what I’d dare, just to live one day out there!” – The Hunchback of Notre Dame Technically He Was “Staying In Place,” Right? ©Disney Speaking of the parks, Trixie from Toy Story 4 totally gets us when it comes to figuring out when the Disney Parks and Resorts will reopen. Although we “have all the questions,” we can say that we’ve at least been watching all the Toy Story movies back to back daydreaming about Slinky Dog Dash. “I have a question. No. Wait. I have all the questions.” – Toy Story 4 Actually, She Reminds Us of Our Kids While We Try to Work From Home! ©Disney Edna would probably be so ashamed of how we look in our unwashed hair, days-old PJs, and cake batter covered face…even though we don’t even feel the slightest bit guilty (#sorrynotsorry). “My god, pull yourself together!” – The Incredibles YOU Try Looking Fabulous In Sweatpants, Edna. Not Happenin! ©Disney Yes, we’ve been making plenty of Disney cocktails. Yes, we’ve had to use Target drive-up for more wine. No, we don’t regret it at all. This is what we DO now. “Why is the rum gone?” – Pirates of the Caribbean PREACH! ©Disney While we’ve been making DIY Cinderella Castles, creating our own Adventure Books, and fixing up our houses, we have to remind ourselves that we’re doing it for fun! “In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun.” – Mary Poppins Just Imagine Being Stuck Inside With Mary! ©Disney Although this time is really trying right now, the Fairy Godmother has the best advice we all have to consider. Things might seem a bit strange since this is something we haven’t experienced before, but we just have to keep remembering that there’s a little bit of magic in everything (and thank goodness for that)! “Even miracles take a little time.” – Cinderella Fairy G, Do You Have Any Pajamas That Look Like Ballgowns?? ©Disney Although we’re having ALL the feels during this time at home, we’re still happy to be able to kick back and relax with some entertaining Disney activities! On top of rewatching some of the best Disney movies, we’ve been pulling out old family photos, making Orange Bird treats, going on virtual vacations, and more! Bake up some snacks inspired by your favorite Disney movies! What Disney movie quotes are your truths right now? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Look Out Disney Chalk Artists, You May Have Some Competition! What To Watch on Disney+ If You Want To Feel Like You’re In The Parks! Create Your Own Home Movie Theater With This Disney DIY Onward Screening! View the full article

It’s Cinco de Mayo! That means it’s party time (from home)!! Mexico Pavilion While we’re deciding which Disney cocktail we’re going to make to celebrate, you can also fill your day with laughter with some of the funniest signs we’ve ever seen. Thanks to the Austin, TX restaurant El Arroyo, you can get your joke fix for the day! The restaurant has been putting up signs to entertain visitors, people passing by the location, and all of social media. Sooo, we thought we would share a few of our favorites with you! ©El Arroyo Since yesterday was May the 4th (AKA Star Wars Day), it’s only fitting that we talk about the fact that there’s a high key chance that Baby Yoda is secretly a Spice Girl. And, we think that the other ones are probably Stormtroopers in disguise… . ©El Arroyo While we watch The Rise of Skywalker for the fifth time in a row, we’ve already got our next margarita in one hand… ©El Arroyo …and Animal Crossing in the other. There’s no better party than one with your villagers as you put on your best Disney Princess outfit!! ©El Arroyo Yes, we’ve been making a lot of Disney recipes. No, we don’t regret it. Yes, we’re ready to make some tamales to go along with our Black Magic Margarita from La Cava del Tequila for Cinco de Mayo!! ©El Arroyo What ways will YOU be celebrating the holiday at home?? Looking for some fun Disney recipes to whip up for Cinco de Mayo? Check out our Disney recipe page HERE! If you were in a Disney Park today, what would you be doing for Cinco de Mayo? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: This Is Absolutely the Most EPIC Piece of Star Wars Merchandise You Could Ever Buy Star Wars Hotel Construction Update: See What Disney World’s Galactic Starcruiser Looks Like Now! There’s a SECRET “Chewie Mode” in Disney’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge?! Find Out How You Can Do It HERE! View the full article

Watching The Mandalorian always has us saying “Baby Yoda is the way!” The Mandalorian ©Disney That’s why we’re so excited for the debut of Season 2 of the series this October! Plus, Season 3 is already in the works!! We’re pretty excited to see what these next two seasons have in store. And today, we just got an interesting tidbit of information about the upcoming season — Robert Rodriguez has been confirmed as a Season 2 director! Robert Rodriguez, known for Spy Kids and Sin City announced that he worked as a director on The Mandalorian on his twitter, @Rodriguez. The filmmaker posted a photo of himself alongside Baby Yoda captioned “I am truly humbled to say I have now had the very rare privilege of directing the biggest star in the universe.” © @Rodriguez We can’t wait to see what kind of awesome episodes Rodriguez worked on. Maybe he worked alongside new talent like Rosario Dawson, Michael Bien, and Bill Burr? Or maybe he directed returning characters played by Pedro Pascal, Gina Carano, Giancarlo Esposito, and more! Cara Dune ©Disney While few details have been shared on season 2 at this time, we are VERY eager to find out more! In the meantime, we’ll be peeking behind the scenes with Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian on Disney+. Click here to learn about the release of The Mandalorian season 2! Are you pumped to watch Mando and The Child again? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: CONFIRMED! We Now Know When Season 2 of “The Mandalorian” Will Hit Disney+ Wait, This Baby Yoda Necklace Costs HOW MUCH?! Baby Yoda Plush IS HERE! ACT FAST! View the full article

There are a LOT of amazing treats in Disney World, whether you’re a fan of the classic Dole Whip or you like mixing and matching things to build your own creation (Mickey Ear Ice Cream Sandwich, where ya at?). The Glorious Mickey Ear Ice Cream Sandwich But, even though there are plenty of Instagram worthy snacks around the park, there are also a few treats that really catch you off guard by how strange they are. We’re talkin’ about the most unusual treats of the bunch with weird flavors, designs, and MORE! Let’s look at the good, the bad, and the ugly with some of the most bizarre snacks we’ve ever had in Disney World (brace yourselves, folks!). Poop Candy This might be the funniest thing we’ve ever seen in a Disney Park (and tbh we kinda still want it to come back!). All the way back in 2015, Zuri’s Sweets Shop in Animal Kingdom featured “Match the Species” Poop Candies. Yeah, we’re not even kidding. There was just a line of poop in the candy case there. “Match the Species” Treats You could choose from Elephant, Giraffe, Cotton Top Tamarin, and Hippo “Poop” to chomp down on. Each animal had their own unique flavor, so you could try something new each time! The Cotton Top Tamarin Poop was made with peanut butter fudge, sweet rolled oat flakes, and chocolate pretzel pearls, while the Giraffe Poop was chocolate fudge brownie and caramel. Want To Know What’s In Your Elephant Poop? No Problem. Hippo Poop was a chocolate fudge caramel brownie with peanut butter and rolled oats, and the Elephant Poop was made with chocolate peanut butter fudge, sweet rolled oats, and yellow coconut flakes. Elephant Poop Not too surprisingly, Disney quickly decided that the “Match the Species” series looked a little too unsavory. After all, they literally had “Poop” in their names. While they haven’t been around since then, we’re hoping that one day they’ll bring them back. We can’t help but think how great of a gag gift they would be! Check out our review of the long lost Poop Candy in Animal Kingdom here! Fuzzy Tauntaun Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is the home to an outpost away from the hustle and bustle of galactic fights and star wars (see what we did there?). Although there are so many strange things to eat on the planet of Batuu, like boozy Blue and Green Milk and tasty Ronto Wraps, Oga’s Cantina is the land’s resident watering hole, with outstanding atmosphere and even more outrageous drinks. Oga’s Cantina in Disney World And, the Fuzzy Tauntaun is an absolutely otherworldly concoction you won’t want to miss. While the ingredients sound simple — Cîroc Peach Vodka, Bols Peach Schnapps, and Simply Orange topped with tangerine and pure cane sugar — the “Buzz” Foam is where it gets fun. The Fuzzy Tauntaun has lots of great peach flavor (so it’s already a good drink on its own), but that foam actually makes your mouth go numb. Fuzzy Tauntaun A natural painkiller derived from a special Szechuan flower known as “Buzz Buttons,” is incorporated into the foam to create the wild effect. The sensation is pretty strange, but also HIGHLY entertaining. And don’t worry, the tingly numb feeling wears off really fast (you won’t feel like you just left the dentist’s office after drinking one!). Fuzzy Tauntaun If you’re going to Oga’s, we know you’re probably looking for some interesting space-like drinks that will make you feel like you’re in the Star Wars universe. And, friends, this is definitely out of this world!! Take a peek at all the other awesome drinks at Oga’s Cantina! Gummy Mac and Cheese Mac and Cheese is one of the basic food groups to us, and the Mac and Cheese Food Truck in Disney Springs is a BOMB place to grab a bite. While the Mac and Cheese Truck serves up some common mac flavors, like Texas Chili Mac and Cheese, they also switch things up by offering new twists on the classics depending on the time of the year. This past Halloween, the Mac and Cheese Food Truck served a dish that was, well, a little terrifying! Mac & Cheese Food Truck The Pumpkin Chipotle Mac and Cheese sounded pretty good with its cavatappi pasta topped with a pumpkin cheese sauce, cranberries, and pumpkin seeds. Buuut, the mac and cheese was also sprinkled with gummy worms (yeah, we’re not sure why either). Although we’re open to trying new things, we couldn’t get past candy in our mac and cheese! Pumpkin Chipotle Mac & Cheese The flavors were trying too hard to be decidedly “FALL!” — there was tartness from the cranberries, a hint of spiciness from the chipotle, and then all that pumpkiny cheese…mixed with sticky bits of gummy worms in each bite. Really, the only thing that was spooky about it was how strange the flavors were all mixed together. Read our review of the Gummy Mac and Cheese… if you dare! Confetti Mickey Pretzel Oh, boy!! There was QUITE the party in Disney World celebrating Mickey’s 90th birthday in 2018. We mean new parades, character outfits, and (most importantly) snacks! While there were a lot of wonderful treats out for Mickey’s 90th Birthday Celebration, we weren’t really feeling the Confetti Mickey Pretzel. Mickey Confetti Pretzel Although we’re big fans of Mickey Pretzels in general, this version was dipped in a copious amount of marshmallow fluff with sprinkles all over the top. It SOUNDS awesome, but the marshmallow fluff had a VERY sweet flavor that overtook any of the slight saltiness from the pretzel. It was almost like a donut, but not in the sweet fluffy pastry way. And, honestly, this is a perfect example of instagram vs. reality. Our FIRST pretzel looked like THIS (*insert Psycho music here*). Scary and creepy and gross and goopy. We had to go back to get another one in order to score the shot we took above. Confetti Mickey Pretzel While this guy was cute in theory, in practice he wasn’t as lovable. Look at all the awesome snacks from Mickey’s 90th Birthday Celebration here! The Ugliest Pretzel in the World Now, we don’t mean to hurt this pretzel’s feelings, but we laugh every time we look at it. You might imagine spotting a pumpkin pretzel around Halloween but, in fact, we first spied this on the opening day of Animal Kingdom’s Christmas celebrations (Christmas in Disney World DOES start in early November, so technically it was still pumpkin season!). Along with a few other festive treats, we were excited to spot a Pumpkin Pretzel topped with orange icing. Pumpkin Pretzel In theory, the placard looked great with the adorable pumpkin design and cute little green leaves. But when we received it, the Pumpkin Pretzel looked like…a hot mess. Pumpkin Spice Pretzel We thought that maybe the first time around was just a mistake. This looked like a pretzel got into a fight with plastic cheese and lost. So we went back AGAIN…and the same thing happened. A tiny bit better, but…yikes, Ugly Pretzel x2. Second Pumpkin Pretzel However, when we went back a THIRD time, all traces it had ever existed had vanished mysteriously! Although we may never know where the Pumpkin Pretzel went (maybe it was just too ugly to sell), we can say that it was actually delicious! We FEEL for those poor Cast Members we watched struggle to dunk these guys for us (twice!). We’ll never forget you, ugly pumpkin pretzel. See if you can solve the mystery of where the Pumpkin Pretzel went here! Moldy-Looking Guardians of the Galaxy Sandwich When Awesome Mix Live first made its rockin’ appearance as an 80’s-based concert in Epcot, themed treats (of course) came along with it. And, although we’re big Marvel fans, we’re not too sure that the Space Sandwich was as epic as the Guardians would have liked. Space Sandwich The flavors of the sammie were somewhat basic with barbecue pulled pork and crispy onions. But, that Kaiser bun was something else! The swirled blue colors were meant to look out-of-this-world cool, but they really just made the sandwich look kind of… gross and moldy. Space Sandwich Bun “Toasted blue” isn’t an appetizing way to describe bread, guys. Check out our review of all the Guardians of the Galaxy eats here! Crunchy Crabs Mitsukoshi Department Store is home to some very different snacks in the Japan Pavilion of Epcot. In their pre-packaged snack section, you can find eats like seaweed crackers, rice candy, and…crunchy crabs. Yup, you can buy tiny whole crabs, shells and all, that you eat from a bag. Squid and Crab Packages The taste is about what you’d expect for dried whole crustaceans. Even though the “Tamagogani” are coated in sugar, starch, soy sauce, and mirin, there isn’t enough flavor in the world to mask how the crabs tasted. We think our brave reviewer described them best, “Have you ever smelled an old fish tank? It tasted sort of like that smell.” Crab Package Now there’s definitely a cultural difference since we’ve got a more westernized palate, so if you’re from Japan and love these, let us know! Travel around the Japan Pavilion with us to look at all the other interesting eats! Space Charcuterie Let’s get real here — we’ve had some GREAT charcuterie boards in the parks. Wine Bar George and BaseLine Tap House are just two of our favorite spots for fancy meats and cheeses. So, we were super excited to find that Oga’s Cantina had a secret menu Charcuterie Board! But, while the other menu items at this spot really feel like you’re dining in a galaxy far, far away…the charcuterie board was something you could just make at home tbh (but probably wouldn’t want to!). Charcuterie Board at Oga’s Among the other items scattered on the plate, it’s important to mention that the charcuterie board came with roasted SPAM, PRE-PULLED string cheese (because THAT is apparently now a thing?), and pork rinds. Oga’s Secret Menu item Surprisingly, though, the SPAM and string cheese were the best parts. The board has since leveled up to the real menu where you’ll find it called the Happabore Sampler. It also got a slight re-plating, but the weird items remain. The big crime here isn’t what’s on the platter — I got no problem with spam or string cheese OR pork rinds — but the cost. For the $21 cost, we think much better charcuterie can be found around Disney World! Check out the secret menu Charcuterie Board (and other Oga’s items) here! Although there are a few items on this list that ranged from bad to great, we always love trying some of the strangest snacks that Disney World has to offer! When you visit the parks, it’s all part of the fun to expand your horizons. So, we recommend giving over to your weird side and tasting new things that you usually wouldn’t (or that look a little…different!). You might even find a new favorite snack! Like Poop Candy that they then steal away from you. What are some of the most bizarre snacks you’ve found in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: These 15 HUGE Disney World Snacks Are Totally Worth Wearing Your Stretchy Pants! When Disney World Reopens THESE Are at the Top of Our Must-Do List Have YOU Conquered These 5 Snack Challenges in Disney World?? View the full article

The current status of Disney Parks worldwide remains the same: they are all temporarily closed in light of the ongoing global health situation. Shanghai Disneyland However, as we continue to research the potential reopening timelines for all Disney Parks and Disney destinations, one Resort in particular appears to have some potential for a re-opening in May 2020: Shanghai Disneyland. According to the New York Times, “Shanghai Disneyland, closed since January, is expected to reopen its main gates to a limited number of visitors in the next two-to-three weeks.” Additionally, social media is abuzz with the potential, including the tweet below from @gourmetdyy. Over the past few weeks, Shanghai Disneyland has been preparing for a reopening and testing its fireworks show. And partial operations at Shanghai Disneyland resumed on March 9, 2020, as a limited number of experiences in Disneytown, Wishing Star Park, and the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel are operating in limited capacity. However, we want to stress that there is no official or confirmed Walt Disney Company source at this time. The official Shanghai Disney Resort website still states that “Shanghai Disneyland remains temporarily closed until further notice.” We are keeping a close eye on this developing story, and as we continue to do so, we’ll keep you posted. In the meantime, you can read more about the current closures impacting Disney Parks around the world by visiting any of the links below. Are you following the status of Disney Parks outside of the Resorts you typically visit? Please let us know with a comment. Related posts: Photos! Shanghai Disney Resort Testing Simulated Health Measures for a Possible Reopening NEWS! Shanghai Disney Resort to CLOSE Indefinitely in Response to the Coronavirus Outbreak in China ALL the Disney NEWS and REVIEWS This Week! Here’s What You Need to Know From the Happiest Places On Earth… View the full article

You know we are full of expert Disney tips, but even we make some odd choices when it comes to our Disney trips sometimes. Magic Kingdom This may not be what people would classically recommend, but trust us — we have our reasons! Would YOU make some of these crazy choices on your next Disney World trip? Or have we just lost our marbles? Skipping Out On… This is your Disney trip, so you do what you want. You may find your trip to be even better if you choose to skip out on certain experiences that your facebook moms group said were MUST-DO! That said, here are a few things you have official permission to skip! Dinner Reservations Every Night If you’re traveling with a big group, during a busy time, or are trying to stick to a tight budget, making dinner reservations for every night of your trip may end up adding extra stress. There are plenty of ways to be spontaneous and enjoy a nice dinner at Disney without planning it all 180 days ahead of your trip. Tambu Lounge We have come to love relaxing and eating at lounges around Disney World. Reservations aren’t needed to eat in lounges, and often you can walk up and be accommodated right away. Even better, some of them even serve the exact same food as restaurants with hot-ticket reservations, like the California Grill Lounge adjacent to the ever-popular California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. California Grill Napkin We also recommend checking out Nomad Lounge in Animal Kingdom or Tutto Gusto in Epcot if you’re looking for great food in a relaxed atmosphere! Assorted Small Plates at Nomad Lounge Also, dear reader, it is more than OKAY to get fast food or counter service for dinner. Or eating a granola bar you brought from home. If you’re focused on doing more or getting the most out of your park ticket, you may not have time to sit down for a long dinner (or more importantly, you may not WANT to stop!). Grab some quick food and hop on those rides as the crowds start to drop! Click here for some of our top picks for Counter Service in Disney World! Going to the Parks Every Day Did you just audibly gasp? It’s okay, we get it. The parks are why you came to Disney World, right? Well as wonderful as the parks are, if you are scheduled for a jam-packed week at Disney, it’s hard to enjoy all that fun without some REST. Or maybe you just got into town, don’t have a ticket for your travel day, and need something to do that’s not throwing yourself immediately into the parks? Consider taking a day to spend at your resort or resort hop around other hotels, checking out what dining and activities the other Disney resorts have to offer! Luna Park Pool at Disney’s Boardwalk Disney resorts have tons of activities you can take part in (like animation classes at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, painting classes at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn OR free restaurant tours at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge). Plus some of our favorite restaurants are at the resorts! Animation Drawing Classes You can also spend a day exploring Disney Springs. There are a bunch of celebrity-owned restaurants and plenty of shopping to keep you occupied. Coconut Chocolate Rice Krispie When in doubt, you can build your own Mickey Rice Krispies Treat at Goofy’s Candy Company — it’s a snack and a show! Click here to see all the restaurants Disney Springs has to offer! Fireworks Shows If you love fireworks, by all means — go! But if you’ve seen them a bunch of times or just don’t care for them, take advantage of that precious time! ©Disney While a ton of other guests are waiting for and watching the show, lines for popular attractions like Seven Dwarfs Mine Train or Space Mountain can be much shorter than other times of the day! If you time it right, you can even catch the fireworks while ON a few rides, like Big Thunder Mountain Railroad or Splash Mountain! Also, don’t forget you can still hop in line for rides right up until the time the park closes, so if you’re all about those rides, make the most of those evening hours and cram lots in! Check out other Disney vacation hacks the pros SWEAR by! Adding in… Although we recommend taking the time to rest, there are still a few extra things we are adding in to make our Disney trip even better! A Halloween Party…in August? Okay, hear us out. We know Halloween isn’t until October, but mid-August is actually when Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Magic Kingdom starts. This is a hard ticketed event meaning it’s an extra ticket (and extra cost) from regular park admission. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Going earlier in the season means you’ll get a cheaper ticket price! The first party this year is on August 13th and prices start at $85, going up to $149 on Halloween night. The Magic Kingdom closes early on party nights, giving Halloween Party guests lower crowds, access to exclusive merchandise and treats, trick or treating (with free [included with admission] candy!!), and special entertainment. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party If you aren’t visiting Disney World while Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is going on, you can go to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party through November and December! Tickets and dates for this year’s Christmas Parties haven’t been released just yet, but the same principle applies — the earlier the date, the cheaper the ticket! So grab your pumpkin spice latte in August and pretend it’s Halloween, bb! Click here to see our full review of last year’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! Our Own Straws Strawpocolypse has come to the parks. Last year, most locations around Disney World made the switch to recyclable paper straws over single-use plastic ones. While we’re all for helping out Mother Earth, instead of dealing with soggy straws, we opt to just bring our own! Flower and Garden Straws The paper straws tend to get mushy REALLY fast. If you’re trying to drink a frozen drink with one? Forget about it. You can find affordable sets of reusable straws on Amazon made of metal or silicone — and many even come with a little carrying bag! After trying a lot of different types, I much prefer the stainless steel straws (pick up your own here!). Or #upgrade with Disney reusable straws! Extra Breaks on Rides Even if you aren’t taking the full day to rest at the resorts, you can still find a moment of peace while you’re in the parks! The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover in Magic Kingdom is often overlooked but it makes for a peaceful ride and a great chance to recharge your mental batteries. PeopleMover You’ll get a tour above Tomorrowland, a glimpse inside Space Mountain, and it’s a GREAT place to people-watch — while you people move! Be sure to look out for the original Progress City model (what would later become Epcot!) during your ride. Progress City ©Disney Another great slow ride is the Liberty Square Riverboat. There aren’t too many seats, though, so be sure to try and snag one if you want to rest during the 22-minute ride around the river rather than stand. Click here to see other add-ons we think are worth considering on your Disney trip! Doing Our Own Thing By… We love our friends and families, but when things get busy on a Disney trip (especially if you put in a lot of effort planning), we just need a minute. And sometimes that can be the best for the group too! Walking to a Far Away Bathroom Not all bathrooms at Disney World are created equal and sometimes putting in a few extra steps can have a major payoff! Emporium Atmosphere Sometimes, the nearest or most popular restrooms are small and crowded. Or if you’re trying to use one after a show — forget it. So strap on your pedometer and head to other restrooms tucked away (they’re usually not that far!). New Restrooms in Epcot Some of our personal favorites are the NEW restrooms between the Imagination Pavilion and World Showcase, and the bathrooms to the right of The American Adventure Pavilion in Epcot (they are huge and never crowded). The restrooms near Pirates of the Caribbean in Magic Kingdom are a bit more isolated and usually seem to not get too busy as well. Riding Alone If you’re looking for a way to drastically cut down on your attraction wait times, be sure to take advantage of single rider lines! Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge It is single rider, so you won’t get to ride with your group, but you’ll all get to ride faster! We’ve seen Test Track stand-by lines at over an hour with the single-rider line somewhere around 10-20 minutes. Test Track You can also take advantage of single rider lines at Expedition Everest in Animal Kingdom, along with Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Just remember, if you hop in line with your friends or family, chances are you WILL be split up when riding, so don’t get your hopes up! Special Ordering Our Meal Disney World is typically super accommodating with special diets and requests, so if you need something, ask! If you’re allergic to something or just hate cilantro (US!), ask for your dish to come without it. Allergy-Friendly Enjoy Life Cookies with Apple Cider Most table service restaurants have an allergy-friendly menu that lists which items are free from the top eight allergens along with which items are vegetarian and vegan — just ask! Satu’li Canteen Allergy Menu If you’re booking an Advance Dining Reservation, you can note on the reservation any allergies in your party and your reservation ticket will be marked so the server knows right away. Or, just be sure to let your server know at the beginning of the meal. Hollywood & Vine Buffet If you have extra questions about the allergy menu your server can’t help with, the chef is usually willing to come out and help you out. This can be especially helpful at buffets where the chef can walk the buffet line with you and point out which items are OK for your diet or allergy. Don’t be afraid to ask — they’re happy to do it! Check out ALL the info you need to know about dining with allergies or diet accommodations here! Take Advantage of Bonus Magic By… Sometimes it pays off to not follow the crowds and enjoy certain experiences outside a sea of people! Hanging Out in World Showcase Before It’s Open The World Showcase in Epcot officially opens at 11AM, but coming from Future World, you can enter Mexico and Norway to the left and Canada, the United Kingdom, and France to the right when the park opens for the day. Canada Pavilion in The World Showcase The left side will likely be crowded with guests racing to Frozen Ever After or Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in the Norway Pavilion, but if you go to the right you can often enjoy a completely empty and quiet UK Pavilion. The gardens here offer a dose of tranquility pretty much any time of day but the morning is especially calm. The Tea Garden in the UK Pavilion If you’re looking for breakfast and don’t want to snag School Bread in bustling Norway, you can also head back to the France Pavilion for one of our favorite quick breakfast stops, Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie. Pretty much everything freshly baked at this wonderful bakery is a slam dunk, but they also have some of the best value Disney Dining Plan snack credit items that can easily become a meal! Grab an inexpensive breakfast like a Roulé Lard et Fromage (basically a huge stuffed cheese and bacon roll!) and stroll a calm World Showcase to kick off your Epcot day! Watch the From Fireworks Outside of the Park You may already know you can see the Magic Kingdom fireworks from the California Grill at the top of Disney’s Contemporary Resort. But if you can’t get a reservation here or are just looking for a more casual spot to watch them without fighting the crowds IN the park, one of our favorite viewing spots is the beach of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Watch the Fireworks from the Polynesian Resort Beach! They normally play the music on the beach once the show starts and (in case you need one more reason) you can enjoy a Dole Whip from Pineapple Lanai or a Lapu Lapu from Tambu Lounge while you watch. Heavenly. You’ll even get a chance to watch the Electrical Water Pageant on Seven Seas Lagoon just before the fireworks begin as well! ©Disney Mastering having a great, stress-free time at Disney World is an art. What works for one person won’t for another. So think about your Disney World bucket-list priorities as well as what you like and dislike, then plan to make sure those things do (or don’t!) happen. Adding more and more to your Disney World vacation can add extra magic, but sometimes opting to give yourself a moment of calm can save you time, money, and sanity. Check out our favorite restaurants with a firework view here! What are some of your favorite non-conventional Disney choices? Let us know in the comments below! 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If you miss Disney World right now, raise your hand! Magic Kingdom Ever since Disney World closed on March 16th, we’ve been missing our happy place. And with the closure extended until further notice, we’re not sure when we’ll be able to take our next stroll down Main Street, U.S.A. Given all of the uncertainty, we wanted to know whether or not our readers are still planning a trip to Disney World in 2020. Let’s take a look at what you guys had to say! Even though we don’t know exactly when Disney World will reopen, like Cinderella said, they can’t order us to stop dreaming! Given the uncertainty, we wanted to know whether our readers are still planning a vacation for this year. And it seems people are mostly optimistic! Villains After Hours at Magic Kingdom We asked our followers on Instagram if they’re planning a trip to Disney World in 2020 and we got a ton of responses in just the first few minutes! Of the first 630 people who responded, 494 said yes they are planning a trip in 2020, 114 said no they’re holding off, and 22 said they still might plan a trip but they’re waiting for more info. Here’s a visual breakdown of the results! Pie Chart of Our Readers’ Responses When Asked Whether They’re Planning a Trip to Disney World in 2020 Our readers also shared some reasons behind their decision-making about whether or not to plan a trip this year. Let’s take a look at some common responses! “YES, I’m Planning a Trip to Disney World in 2020!” Overall, the respondents were pretty optimistic with 78% saying that yes, they’re still planning a 2020 vacation! Some said that they moved back their original dates in the hopes that the parks will be reopened, like one reader who said, “Canceled early July 2020 but moved to late October 2020.” Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Lots of people also mentioned that even though they’re still planning and remaining positive, they realize their trip might not happen. As one reader put it, “Still booked the end of August, cautiously optimistic we’ll be able to go.” We asked our readers when they would feel safe returning to Disney World. Click here to see what they said “Nope, No 2020 Disney World Trip for Me!” But not everyone is still on board for a Disney World vacation this year. 18% of respondents said they aren’t planning a 2020 trip anymore. Some mentioned that they’ll still be concerned about the conditions in the parks even after they reopen. One reader said, “My dream trip for this April got canceled and I wouldn’t feel safe traveling this year.” Slinky Dog in Toy Story Land Other respondents said at this point, they’re going to wait it out for other milestones. Several people are now planning for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World or holding out for new attractions. One reader said, “Nope. Gonna plan my Halloween next year so I can ride the Tron Coaster.” Click HERE to see when our readers think Disney World will reopen “I Want to Plan a Trip, But I’m Waiting Until I Know More” A few readers are still on the fence! 3% said they are interested in planning a trip but won’t start the process until the situation becomes more clear. Some want to know what they’re signing up for before they start making reservations. “I really want to travel this fall. But we are waiting to see what a ‘reopened’ Disney looks like.” Hollywood Studios Others also have health concerns, “I had wanted to go back in the fall, but I’m immune compromised. Wait and see.” While this group wasn’t ready to count a trip out, they aren’t comfortable committing yet, “We are still debating, have looked at multiple dates and options but still playing it by ear.” Here’s how our readers responded when asked if they’re in favor of temperature checks at Disney World While many readers raised valid concerns about planning a 2020 trip to Disney World, the majority of respondents said they’re still moving forward with their plans for later this year! The theme of the responses was cautious optimism, with lots of people acknowledging that they know their trips aren’t guaranteed and may look very different than expected. Time will tell just when Disney World reopens, so check back with us for the latest closure related news. Here’s why NOW is the best time to plan your next Disney World trip! Are you planning a trip to Disney World in 2020? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Planning A Disney World Trip in October? Here’s What You Need To Know! We Asked Our Readers When They Think Disney World Will Reopen: Here’s What They Said. Walt Disney World Adds New Water Park and Sports Ticket Option! View the full article

Another year, another Star Wars Day, friends! ©Disney While we’ve been celebrating by stocking up on personalized Baby Yoda mugs, a FREE copy of Star Wars: Queen’s Shadow, and basically all the other merchandise you can imagine, we’ve got another deal for the holiday! To end May the Fourth with a BANG, you can get 30% off Star Wars merchandise from Her Universe (yaaaaas)! You can become a part of the Dark Side wearing the Order 66 Sweatshirt… ©HerUniverse …or join a team of rebels in the Ahsoka Tano Shirt, and so much more. Take a look at the rest of the Disney X Her Universe Star Wars collection and get shopping here! ©HerUniverse You can never have enough Star Wars stuff, you know! Listen to this May the Fourth message of hope from the Disney World and Disneyland presidents! What’s your favorite Star Wars film? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Look Like a Galactic Hero Wearing the New Ahsoka Tano Shirt from Disney X Her Universe! This Is Absolutely the Most EPIC Piece of Star Wars Merchandise You Could Ever Buy Buy Me, You Will! The New Baby Yoda Animatronic Toy Has Already Started to SELL OUT Online! View the full article

Today is a day as sacred as the Jedi Temples. It’s May the Fourth, or also known as “Star Wars Day” by fans everywhere. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge We’ve been watching all the Star Wars movies on Disney+ (including The Rise of Skywalker) with Blue Milk Pudding in one hand and some of our fave Star Wars merchandise in the other. But, the day is not over yet because there’s a NEW item that you’re going to want to add to your home ASAP! Whenever we visit Galaxy’s Edge, Oga’s Cantina is a must-see destination (robot DJs, Worrt eggs for your drinks, a STELLAR atmosphere, and all!). Oga’s Cantina While we can’t travel across the galaxy to Batuu currently, you can still bring a bit of the Black Spire Outpost back home with you! Zard Apuya Art has created the AWESOME Oga’s Cantina Cocktail Shelf Display. ©Zard Apuya Art The shelf features drinks inspired by the cocktail menu from Oga’s (including the Fuzzy Tauntaun that will make your mouth go numb!). And, they are basically identical to the ones you can find at the restaurant. You can treat yo’self to the Oga’s Cantina Cocktail Shelf Display for $225… ©Zard Apuya Art …and Zard Apuya Art also has an entire section of Disney displays that you can decorate your home with! There was even a replica of the Thermal Detonator Coke Bottles (that stirred up a lot of strange controversy a few eons ago) for $80. But they already sold out in a flash, so be sure to check out what other goodies are in the shop! ©Zard Apuya Art You can check out the rest of the Disney displays available on the website here! ©Zard Apuya Art BUT, be warned — you might want them all! Check out our favorite Star Wars food from the Disney Parks BEFORE Galaxy’s Edge existed! What’s your favorite drink to get at Oga’s Cantina? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Disney News This Week: ALL the News and Updates from the Most Magical Places on Earth! Our Day Just Got WAY Better! The Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge SPORKS May Be On Their Way to Disney World! What’s New at Hollywood Studios — An AristoCats Dress, A Wookiee Cookie, and The Rise of Skywalker EVERYTHING! View the full article

Ever wanted to actually become a part of your own Star Wars story?? Lieutenant Beck on Rise of the Resistance Disney World and Disneyland’s latest attraction, Rise of the Resistance, sets you off on a thrilling journey through a Resistance base, a Star Destroyer, and MORE as you try to escape the First Order! Although the parks may be closed and you can’t visit Galaxy’s Edge in person (miss you, Chewie), you can still travel to a galaxy far, far away from the comfort of your home! You can become a rebel spy while you watch the Rise of the Resistance Ride-Through! Disney will give you lots of secrets about how the attraction was made and show you a few hidden details along the way. Rise of the Resistance Grab your lightsabers and your X-Wing helmets! Oh, and don’t forget to stay out of sight from Stormtroopers and Kylo Ren! Who else is missing Galaxy’s Edge as much as we are right now?? Find out EVERYTHING you need to know about Rise of the Resistance here! Have you been on Rise of the Resistance yet? What’s your favorite part of the ride? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: 12 Throwback Disney Rides That Are Keeping Our Spirits Up Disney News This Week: ALL the News and Updates from the Most Magical Places on Earth! There’s a SECRET “Chewie Mode” in Disney’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge?! Find Out How You Can Do It HERE! View the full article

Theme parks all across Florida have been closed as a health and safety precaution (even though the Re-Open Florida Task Force has started to set guidelines for re-opening). ©SeaWorld Although SeaWorld Orlando has been shut down indefinitely, they are looking ahead to see how they can make guests’ experiences better when they open again. According to the Orlando Sentinel, SeaWorld Orlando Annual Passholders will automatically have their passes upgraded by one tier for FREE for the rest of this year. ©SeaWorld This means that “a gold passholder who had no blockout dates at Aquatica Orlando and SeaWorld Orlando now gets access to all the company’s 11 U.S. theme parks, including Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, under the platinum pass.” On top of this, SeaWorld has already stated they will extend annual passes by the amount of days the parks are closed and plans to add bring-a-friend dates once the theme parks re-open. ©SeaWorld If you’re an Annual Passholder who is unable to make monthly payments currently, SeaWorld is offering the ability to defer payments during this time. However, you will not be available for the tier upgrade. We will keep you updated with more info! Check out the 3-Phase Plan for re-opening Florida’s theme parks here! What is your favorite attraction at SeaWorld? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: The 14 Disney Memes You Need in Your Life RIGHT NOW News! Disney’s Aulani Resort Is Closing Along With the Other Disney Resorts! NEWS! Tokyo Disneyland Has Extended Its Closure AGAIN! View the full article

Calling all Star Wars fans! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge In honor of Star Wars Day, Disney is offering a free eBook download for a limited time! Have you ever wanted to learn more about Padmé, the powerful woman who served as Queen and Senator of Naboo? Well, Star Wars: Queen’s Shadow is the book for you! This young adult novel by author E.K. Johnston follows our heroine after she steps down from her position as “Queen Amidala” and is asked to become Naboo’s representative in the Galactic Senate. ©Disney It’s an uplifting story about courage and strength in the face of adversity — and you can download it for FREE for a limited time! The eBook is available for free download for those within the U.S. from May 1st through May 8th. You can click here to snag your digital copy from Disney Books! May the force be with you, indeed! Check out all of these deals available for Star Wars Day here! How did you celebrate Star Wars Day? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: The Official Star Wars Day May the 4th Video Has Given Us A NEW HOPE! Watch It Here! May Disney’s NEW Star Wars May the 4th Merchandise Be With You! Find It Online SOON! These Are Some of the Best Deals in the Galaxy for Star Wars Day on May the 4th! View the full article

We are BIG Baby Yoda fans. I mean, how can you resist that sweet little face?? Plus, he can use THE FORCE (come on!!). Baby Yoda Build-A-Bear While we’ve been burning through our wallets stocking up on the Baby Yoda Build-A-Bear, personalized mugs, and ICONIC new bag, our mornings are about to get a galactic transformation. Breakfast will never be the same, friends! Coming this summer, you’ll be able to pour yourself a bowl of BABY YODA CEREAL from General Mills! Anybody got some Blue and Green Milk they can share? ©General Mills The cereal will come with corn puffs and The Child-shaped marshmallows. All we can say is thank goodness it won’t taste like frogs (Baby Yoda’s go-to snack)! ©Disney Wow, who knew we could be SO excited for a cereal! Summer can’t get here fast enough! Find out how Baby Yoda was created with The Mandalorian documentary series coming to Disney+! What is YOUR favorite piece of Baby Yoda merchandise? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: NEWS! The Millennium Falcon Popcorn Bucket Has Landed in Disney World (In Less Than Twelve Parsecs)! Join the Dark Side (We Have Drinks and Fries) With Kylo Ren’s NEW TIE Interceptor Mug in Disneyland! What’s New at Hollywood Studios — An AristoCats Dress, A Wookiee Cookie, and The Rise of Skywalker EVERYTHING! View the full article

We’ve been looking for all the ways we can support Cast and Crew Members since Disney World has been closed! Jaleo Disney has still been doing everything they can to give back their family and those in need. And, while Jaleo has been delivering food to the Orlando community, now they’re extending their latest deal to continue helping their team! We told you all about the e-gift card program that José Andrés has been doing to benefit his employees. And, we’ve got good news because now the offer has been EXTENDED through May 31st! © Jaleo When you purchase a gift card at 20% off, all the proceeds will be donated directly to José Andrés’ employees (like those at Jaleo !). It’s an amazing way to help out the Cast and Crew members, while also snagging a gift card to use when Disney Springs reopens!! Shrimp Paella from Jaleo You can purchase the discounted Jaleo gift cards here! Anybody else craving some paella now?? Check out all the ways you can help out during this time here! What’s your favorite dish to get at Jaleo? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Have Y’all Heard? There Are FREE Souvenir Sipper Refills at Homecomin’ in Disney Springs! NEWS! The Millennium Falcon Popcorn Bucket Has Landed in Disney World (In Less Than Twelve Parsecs)! What’s NEW at Disney Springs: The Her Universe Star Wars Collection, NEW Park Life Dooneys, and Rock the Dots Merch! View the full article

In case you’ve lost track of what day it is (it’s okay, they blur together…), today is May the fourth — or Star Wars day! Joffrey’s It’s been a day full of all things Star Wars — including merch, a new movie, and Baby Yoda (obvi). But now we’re looking for a way to wind down and power up for our Star Wars marathon! And Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company has us covered with some Star Wars inspired recipes. We love a good cup of Joffrey’s in the Disney parks, but now we can make two different versions of their mochas at home! Light Side Mocha ©Joffrey’s Ingredients 1 oz. White Chocolate Sauce 2 oz. Joffrey’s espresso, prepared Steamed milk Instructions Combine espresso and white chocolate sauce in serving cup, stir and set aside Steam milk Pour steamed milk into serving cup, stirring gently Serve and enjoy! Dark Side Mocha ©Joffrey’s Ingredients 1 oz. Dark Chocolate Sauce 2 oz. Joffrey’s espresso, prepared Steamed milk Instructions Combine espresso and dark chocolate sauce in serving cup, stir and set aside Steam milk Pour steamed milk into serving cup, stirring gently Serve and enjoy! Will you choose the light or the dark side?? May the froth be with you! Check out more Joffrey’s recipes here! What is your go-to Joffrey’s order? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Disney News This Week: ALL the News and Updates from the Most Magical Places on Earth! What Every Disney Fan Is Thinking, But No One Will Say. REVIEW! The Goshiki Food Studio at the 2020 Epcot Festival of the Arts! View the full article

We loooove a good cupcake! Sprinkles in Disney Springs Both Disney Springs and Downtown Disney are still currently closed. But if they do happen to reopen this month, we have to snag one of the May seasonal cupcakes at Sprinkles! One of our favorite things about Sprinkles is the delicious seasonal flavors they come up with! And the options for May have us swooning! First, there’s the Patrón Margarita Cupcake in honor of Cinco de Mayo. This treat consists of key lime cake, filled with Patrón tequila and topped with key lime frosting. And to really set the margarita mood, it’s finished with a salt rim! This one is available from April 27th through May 10th. ©Sprinkles If you’re looking for a twist on the classic flavor, try the Strawberry Patrón Margarita Cupcake, available from May 4th through May 10th! This version is the exact same as the one above, but with strawberry cake instead of key lime cake! ©Sprinkles And there’s another strawberry option as well! The Strawberry Shortcake Bar Cupcake is a vanilla cake filled with strawberry compote and topped with strawberry buttercream frosting AND cookie crumbles! You can grab this flavor from May 4th through May 31st! ©Sprinkles And there are a few options coming later this month too! From May 11th through May 17th Sprinkles is serving a Banana Split Cupcake. This has all the makings of the classic treat, with banana cake and marshmallow filling, topped with ganache-dipped strawberry frosting, and finished with crushed peanuts & a maraschino cherry! ©Sprinkles Rounding out this month’s seasonal flavors, from May 18th through May 31st you can grab a Pink Lemonade Cupcake! This treat is a strawberry cake topped with pink lemon buttercream frosting — nice and simple just like the refreshing beverage from which it’s inspired! ©Sprinkles These seasonal flavors are offered at all Sprinkles locations! So if a Sprinkles bakery near you is open, grab a sweet treat and enjoy! Click here to learn more about the Sprinkles cupcakes in Disney Springs! What’s your favorite Sprinkles cupcake flavor? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Review and Food Photos: Sprinkles’ Flaming Hot Cheetos Cupcake! Here Are the March Flavors Coming to Sprinkles in Disney Springs and Downtown Disney! Review: Limited-Time-Only Margarita Cupcake at Sprinkles in Disney World and Disneyland View the full article

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Happy Star Wars Day and May the 4th be with you! ©Disney In celebration of this special day, we’re noticing some out-of-this-world merchandise. While some were reporting of wait times exceeding one hour to shop for the return of the “Baby Yoda” plush on Build-A-Bear’s website, we have found a new kitchen staple featuring our favorite “Child.” We fell in love with little Baby Yoda all over again when we laid eyes on this adorable series of mugs! And get this!!! They can be personalized to include your name! © Bethany Lane Designs include The Child in his floating carrier, sipping on his bone broth, and wearing Mando’s helmet! © Bethany Lane This cutie is usually $29.99 but it’s currently ON SALE for $12.99! Don’t mind us while we scoop up all three designs. © Bethany Lane Shop for your very own personalized Baby Yoda mug here! Doesn’t Baby Yoda look so darn cute? We’re snagging one…or three of these to celebrate the day and the BIG news that a new Star Wars film is on the way. Read all about the NEW Star Wars film coming to theaters here! Are you a collector of Baby Yoda merch? What’s your favorite item? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Wait, This Baby Yoda Necklace Costs HOW MUCH?! Baby Yoda Plush IS HERE! ACT FAST! Stop the Presses! These NEW Baby Yoda MagicBands, Phone Cases, and MORE Are MUST-Gets For Mandalorian Fans! View the full article

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