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Since it was first announced, we’ve been SO excited for the chance to have our first meal at Space 220! But as much as we’re looking forward to our chance to dine in space…we’re also getting more and more worried about the restaurant’s timeline. Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney The restaurant will seat guests in a space-themed dining room that offers simulated views into space! For anyone who grew up wanting to be an astronaut, Space 220 is a dream come true! Or so we hope. When details first started coming out about the new Space 220 restaurant coming to Epcot, we couldn’t wait to get that reservation into our My Disney Experience lineup! It sounds like this restaurant will offer a totally unique experience with next-level immersion. But, as time goes on…this poor project keeps taking hard knocks. Just getting off the ground has proven difficult for the restaurant, and now, in the midst of a closure with no end date in sight, we’re starting to wonder exactly when we might be able to actually dine here! The Restaurant Has Already Faced Multiple Delays When Disney announced the new space-themed restaurant in Epcot, it was scheduled to open in late 2019. Space 220 But unfortunately, the restaurant has run into some hurdles that have prevented it from being “clear for launch.” We knew things were getting dicey back in November 2019 when we found out that the previously announced Head Chef had stepped down. This was a shocking update, especially with the restaurant opening date still planned for late 2019! Space 220 VIEW! With the loss of the Head Chef and work on the restaurant still ongoing, the expected opening date for Space 220 was pushed back from the original estimate of Winter 2019 to February 2020. While there wasn’t an official announcement about the February opening, this was the estimated start date listed on job postings for the restaurant. Space 220 Restaurant Construction Even the official Disney World website still lists Space 220 as opening “Winter,” which has now passed. (Unless you mean NEXT Winter, Disney?) Not too long before the parks closed, we spied the opening listed on the Epcot guide maps as a vague “Early 2020!” Space 220 Listing February 2020 came and went without the opening of Space 220 (even though it would have been SO awesome if it had opened in 2/20…eh???) and without any official word from Disney. Disney hasn’t released a new expected opening date for Space 220, but with the news that Disney has stopped all construction during the closure, this will likely mean even further delays for the opening date of Space 220! So When Will It Open? That’s the $100,000 question, isn’t it? The Disney World parks will have to reopen or at least resume construction for the restaurant to be finished. That timeline has yet to be determined by Disney. Space 220 Construction On top of that, any new Cast Members signed on to train to work in the restaurant, including servers and chefs, will be delayed until work can resume in the park. It’s possible some that signed on will find work elsewhere in the meantime, meaning some new staff may need to be hired as well. So not only will they be waiting for the building to be finished out, but they’ll still have plenty of training to get up to speed before the doors can even open. Space 220 Restaraunt Art Print We’ve also noted pertaining to the closures that supply chains have likely been seriously disrupted by the current events. Depending on how far along the restaurant was before the closure, tables, chairs, and other necessary equipment may need to be sourced and brought in, which could take still more time. It may be a while before the food supply is steady again as well. Remember, the entirety of Disney World will have to be restocked with food, which will be a much more involved endeavor that their usual weekly or daily restocking of food spaces. Space 220 Cocktails What this all boils down to is…it may take even MORE time than we originally thought to have a chance to eat in space (and see that rotating wall of produce!). That said, we’re still super excited! We still think this experience will be worth the wait and will be a welcome table service addition to Future World. Hopefully once the parks reopen, momentum for Space 220 will kick into high gear and we’ll be making our way about the Centauri Space Station in no time! C’mon Space 220, we’re rooting for you! For more information on everything you need to know about Space 220 restaurant, click here! Are you planning to check out Space 220 once it opens up? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Are We Almost Ready For Blast Off? We Have Updates From Epcot’s Space 220! Mission Control: We Are NOT Clear For Launch! Epcot’s Space 220 Now Slated For Later Opening Sneak Peek! Possible Drinks On Epcot’s Space 220 Restaurant Cocktail Menu! View the full article

Between new attractions, restaurants, the Epcot Transformation, and prep for the 50th anniversary in 2021, Disney World has a ton of construction projects in the works. Cinderella Castle Construction When we first found out that Disney World was closing its gates, we wondered if Disney would use the time to make some serious progress on all of those projects. But we soon learned that wouldn’t be happening. Based on government recommendations, Disney decided to halt all construction projects. With a massive 50th Anniversary just over the horizon and several new projects announced or well underway, this is a particularly busy time for construction in Disney World. Let’s take a look at eleven major construction projects in Disney World that will be impacted by the closure. Magic Kingdom Let’s start with Magic Kingdom. There were a few major construction projects in progress before the park closure. Cinderella Castle Makeover Of course, front-and-center is the refurbishment of Cinderella Castle! ©Disney Artist Concept for New Cinderella Castle We stopped by the Magic Kingdom the day before the parks closed to check on the progress. We were already seeing a lot of the new colors come through, with the brighter blue shingles and deeper pink accents starting to emerge. Cinderella Castle Makeover Progress Even though the paint job was moving right along, the castle refurbishment was originally slated to continue through the summer of 2020. Cinderella Castle Drained Moat So, with the delays, the completion of the castle makeover may be pushed back as well. Click here to see what the castle construction looked like the day before Disney World closed! TRON: Lightcycle Run Now, here’s a project we’ve been excited about for a while! Construction on TRON: Lightcycle Run was scheduled to be finished in time for Disney World’s 50th anniversary in 2021. TRON Lightcycle Run ©Disney Again, it’s difficult to say exactly when construction can start back up on the coaster. We do know that the track was nearly done in November of 2019, so hopefully enough progress has already been made that the ride can still be opened by 2021. TRON Construction Click here to see the latest TRON construction! Epcot Epcot is where things start to get really dicey. Remember when both Toy Story Land and Galaxy’s Edge were being built in Hollywood Studios? Well, Epcot makes that construction look like a breeze! Read all about the Epcot Transformation here! Future World Overhaul A huge section of Epcot is currently under construction, with the front entrance and Future World both in the middle of a MASSIVE overhaul. When the changes are finished, Future World will be segmented into three “neighborhoods” — World Celebration, World Discovery, and World Nature. Disney hadn’t announced an expected completion date for this project, even before the park closure. Epcot World Celebration construction Now, we’re sure Disney World wanted the majority of this work done for the 50th Anniversary in 2021. But don’t forget that Epcot’s next big birthday is its 40th — coming up in 2022! Maybe Disney will postpone some of the work to complete with that projected timeline. Take a look at the vision for the Epcot transformation! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! On top of the general overhaul, there’s also some major attraction and dining construction going on in Future World. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is slated to open before the 50th anniversary of Disney World in 2021. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Construction They seemed to be making some good progress on the construction prior to the closure, so we’ll keep our fingers crossed that we’ll still be able to ride this coaster (with a BACKWARDS LAUNCH and tons of other awesome imagineering!) by 2021! Here’s hoping this ride has a kickin’ soundtrack like Guardians of the Galaxy — Mission: BREAKOUT! in Disneyland!! Learn more about the FIRST coaster coming to Epcot here! Space 220 Sticking in that same general area and theme, the nearby Space 220 restaurant has already missed its original opening date. At first, it was scheduled to open in Winter 2019, but after several setbacks, including a Head Chef switch-up, the restaurant still isn’t completed. We want to see what a twirling wall of space fruit looks like!!! Disney still hasn’t released a new expected opening date for the restaurant, but we’re hoping to see it open relatively quickly after the parks reopen. Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney That is, assuming their team doesn’t undergo any additional restructuring. Rotating fruit wall and Space Lounge, here we come! Click here to see EVERYTHING you need to know about Space 220 before it opens! Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Moving over to World Showcase let’s talk Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure! This ride was scheduled to open in the summer of 2020. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure There’s no official word from Disney on this (or any of the construction timelines), but between the scale of this project and the short amount of time until the projected opening date, we’re pretty sure this ride opening will be delayed somewhat. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Construction Granted, prior to closure, most of the work we saw was turning to the exterior, signaling things could possibly be father along on the inside than you might think. Click here to see what you should know before this ride opens! La Crêperie de Paris Remy won’t be the only new resident of the France Pavilion! La Crêperie de Paris, a new dining location that will offer both table-service and quick-service options, is under construction as well. Creperie Concept Art ©Disney Prior to the closure, the restaurant was scheduled to open in summer 2020. Disney hasn’t released a menu yet, but the details they have shared are enough to have us daydreaming about all of the sweet and savory treats we can’t wait to try here! Check out the details we have on Le Crêperie de Paris! Mary Poppins Attraction A “Mary Poppins themed attraction” was announced for the U.K. Pavilion at this year’s D23 event. But…we’ve seen no progress on it. Mary Poppins Attraction ©Disney Questions are still swirling if this attraction will focus on the classic tale of Mary Poppins and the Banks children, or the newer Mary Poppins Returns. No information has been released detailing the scope, timeline, or vision of this project. We haven’t forgotten about it though! The U.K. Pavilion will likely benefit greatly from it, and we’re all for this coming to fruition. But with the number of other construction projects in Epcot that are much farther along, we wouldn’t be surprised if Disney puts this one on the back burner. Here’s hoping that’s not the case! Click here to see the little we know about this attraction! Hollywood Studios Following Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opening and Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, there’s not a TON going on inside the park, construction-wise. The largest construction project at Hollywood Studios is technically…just outside of the park. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser The Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel is another location originally scheduled to open in time for the 50th anniversary in 2021. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Concept Art Again, no word from Disney on updated timelines as of yet. But since this is a super ambitious project involving a ton of technology and attention to detail, we wouldn’t be surprised to see a delayed opening. Here’s a look at the progress as of February 2020. Galactic Starcruiser Construction This incredibly immersive hotel promises to be a memorable experience for anyone who stays there. With so much involved, and an opening date still relatively far out, we’re hoping this makes its opening window still. Click here to see everything we know right now about the Galactic Starcruiser Star Wars Hotel! Rodeo Roundup BBQ As far as INSIDE Hollywood Studios is concerned, we’re also keeping an eye on Roundup Rodeo BBQ, the new table-service restaurant coming to Toy Story Land! Disney has described the aesthetic vision as “a kaleidoscope of toys, games, playsets,” so it sounds like guests will be in for a rootin’ tootin’ time when this location opens! The original opening date for this restaurant was relatively vague to begin with — it’s set to open “sometime in 2020.” Rodeo Roundup BBQ Concept Art ©Disney The construction walls have this one hidden pretty well, so it’s hard to tell what kind of progress has been made so far. Based on the looser opening timeline and relatively straightforward construction, it seems hopeful that this could potentially stay on track for opening this year. Roundup Rodeo Construction Click here to read more about the latest construction on Roundup Rodeo BBQ With the parks and all related construction shut down due to the current worldwide situation, there are a ton of major projects being affected. While we don’t have an official word from Disney yet on when construction will resume, we’ll be sure to keep an eye out for any updates to keep you all in the loop! Which of these Disney World construction projects are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: NEWS: Date Announced for Suspension of Disney Transportation in Walt Disney World Resort Updated! Will Disney World Really Re-open April 1st? UPDATED! What Is Still Open and What Is Closed in Walt Disney World Today View the full article

Say goodbye to those Monday blues and HELLO to game night with the fam!! Toy Story Land While you might be having fun building DIY attractions, toilet paper characters, and watching the Magic Happens Parade from home, you can gather everyone up for a rootin’ tootin’ good time tonight! All you have to do is hop onto your Play Disney Parks app to play Andy’s Board Game Blast along with the rest of his toys! You can follow the link in the My Disney Experience app home page… ©Disney … or go straight to download the Play Disney Parks app. Battle the evil Emperor Zurg or team up with Hamm in mini games straight from Andy’s room! And, the best part is that your crew can be part of the fun since the game needs 2 to 5 players! ©Disney Plus, we say that whoever wins gets to pick what Disney recipe gets to be dessert tonight. Battle it out over some of the best Disney board games you can play here! Which fun activities have you been doing with your family members at home? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: NEW Insta-Worthy Nighttime Magic Shots Are Coming to Disney World Soon! Disney Recipe: YEE-HAW!! Make Chocolate-Hazelnut Lunch Box Tarts From Woody’s Lunch Box at Home! NEWS! Those Summer Nights in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Just Got Better with MORE Extended Evening Hours! View the full article

Disney Publishing Worldwide authors are joining forces to provide a free eBook, drawing workshops and online videos sharing their favorite excerpts. For all the young adult fiction fans asking, ‘What might have happened if Anna and Elsa never knew each other?’, we have a free download of Conceal, Don’t Feel: A Twisted Tale by Jen Calonita, available from March 30 through April 4 via Apple Books, Google Play, Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Kobo. As the future Queen of Arendelle, Princess Elsa’s life is full of expectation and responsibility—not to mention, questions. What type of ruler will she be? When will she have to pick a suitor? Elsa as she answers all these questions and more. Check back here to see how you can enjoy more Disney Books for free in the coming weeks. Emmy Award–winning writer and New York Times best-selling Disney Hyperion author, Mo Willems invites you to join him in the studio for virtual lunchtime doodling sessions, weekdays at 1pm ET/10am PT. Recent videos include a DIY board game and lessons on fun drawings to make for a birthday celebration. To draw along live, visit the Kennedy Center website and to binge the entire series, head to the Kennedy Center YouTube channel. Already downloaded Conceal, Don’t Feel, and crave more? Don’t miss Twisted Tales on @DisneyBooks Instagram. Authors Liz Braswell, Elizabeth Lim, and Jen Calonita will share passages from several Twisted Tales books – the series that dives into alternate “what-if” scenarios inspired by familiar animated Disney films. For more content from Disney Publishing Worldwide authors, follow @DisneyBooks on Instagram. View the full article

We started with 64 and we are down to TWO! The competition has been fierce but we are one step closer to finding out which Disney snack reigns supreme with round five of DFB Snack Madness! DFB Snack Madness has ALMOST wrapped up and crowned the winner!! You can see the bracket evolve over the first, second, third, and fourth rounds, but only the championship round remains, so make sure to vote for your favorite snack! Popcorn in Mary Blair Popcorn Box Did your favorite snack make it to the final two?? We made it to ROUND FIVE and we are closing in on the victor! Round Five Results In a battle of swirly treats, Dole Whip raced past the Cinnamon Bun! Dole Whips And, in a battle of fried favorites, the Mickey Beignet beat out a Funnel Cake! We’ll take one of each, please! Mickey Beignets Who will win it all?? YOU make the call by voting for your favorite on Instagram! We would love to see pics of how your brackets are doing with the hashtag #DFBSnackMadness! The next round kicks off TONIGHT on Instagram, so stay tuned to pick your champion! Didn’t make a bracket yet? Click here to grab one and show us how you would have picked a winner! What have you thought of the Snack Madness results? What other competitions would you like to see on DFB? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Update! Rounds Two AND Three of the DFB Snack Madness Have Wrapped Up (and the Results are SHOCKING)! Round Four of DFB Snack Madness Had REALLY Close Results! See If Your Picks Are Victorious! Here’s Where To Find A Double Stuffed Oreo Cupcake in Disney Parks… View the full article

When it comes to Disney merchandise, 2020 has certainly been Minnie Mouse‘s year to shine! We’ve been so obsessed with the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Series collections coming out each month on shopDisney, that we want to get our hands on anything and everything Minnie! Minnie is ready for adventure! Luckily Loungefly has answered our prayers! We found a super cute, entirely new backpack on shopDisney that we can’t wait to show off in the parks! And what could possibly make this even sweeter than FREE SHIPPING! Looks like Minnie Mouse is ready for an adventure with this Minnie Mouse Animal Kingdom backpack! © Disney Minnie is dressed up and ready for a safari in this classic Loungefly mini backpack design. Her look comes complete with a cute belt detail and, of course, a safari hat with Minnie’s signature bow. © Disney And check out the lining! The inside of the backpack is lined with a fun safari print, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and more! © Disney The Minnie Mouse Animal Kingdom Loungefly backpack retails for $80.00! Use code FREESHIP for free shipping on your entire order! Please note that in light of current events, shipping and delivery may be delayed and it may take longer than anticipated to receive your order. Shop the new Minnie Mouse Animal Kingdom Loungefly backpack here! Do you collect Loungefly backpacks? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: New Monthly Disney Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Collection Is Launching SOON! Are You Ready to Rock Your Dots in 2020? New Merch Collection Arrives In Disney Springs Check This Out! Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Collection Will Include Special Items For Pin Collectors! View the full article

Keeping our Disney fashion style up to date is a full-time job, but hey, we’ll manage somehow. When new merch calls, we will answer! ©Loungefly We’re hardly done with our fins and dinglehoppers for International Mermaid Day when our merch senses start tingling once again. Sure enough, we found new additions to the Oh My Disney Collection that you can grab right now! You can take your beverage/honey obsession on the road with this Winnie the Pooh Tumbler for $16.99. The topper features his yellow ears and the screen art on the tumbler showcases impressions of the silly old bear. ©shopDisney The Cheshire Cat Tumbler for $16.99 should hold enough to keep you hydrated if you get lost in Wonderland. The cat’s ears sit on top of the tumbler, while the body features his trademark grin and stripes. ©shopDisney The Oh My Disney Travel Blanket showcases several Disney animal friends, including Pooh, Piglet, and Chip ‘n Dale. And guess what, it can even turn into a pillow. This might be perfect to snuggle on the couch with for $24.99 while binging some Disney+. ©shopDisney We also found our friends hanging out on the colorful Oh My Disney Dress for $39.99. ©shopDisney There’s also the most adorable pair of Pooh Bear PJs for $29.99. ©Disney Wherever Chip ‘n Dale are, Double Trouble might soon follow. The mischievous chipmunks have landed on this hooded jacket for women for $44.99 that comes with its own pouches to store whatever you might need inside!! ©shopDisney Winnie the Pooh’s smiling face absolutely covers the front side of this fleece pullover for women for $42.99. The child-like pastel colors even spell out his name in puff lettering on the back! ©shopDisney Chip ‘n Dale’s faces look like they’ve just gotten into some big mischief, but you can bring them along with you on this new plush charm for $16.99. ©shopDisney The White Rabbit Bag Charm for $16.99 brings it in the fuzziness category. The charm gets a complete outfit, with bow, umbrella, and pocket watch for adventures in Wonderland. ©shopDisney Chip ‘n Dale are stepping up to help protect your jewelry, even though it’s a bit nutty for them. The peanut-shaped dish for $19.99 also comes with a perforated heart for you to hang up your earrings on. ©shopDisney Don’t let Pooh see this honey pot pencil set for $16.99, he might get confused. The pencils themselves come in three different designs and have a Pooh-shaped eraser to cap them off. ©shopDisney And today ONLY you can take advantage of free shipping on shopDisney with the code FREESHIP! Yay for free!! What’s your Disney style look like right now? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: Minnie Mouse Fans NEED to See These New “Positively Minnie” Accessories! Look as Classic as Mickey and Minnie with these NEW Loungefly Backpacks! Grab All Your Favorite Disney Merchandise with This Offer on shopDisney! View the full article

Since Disneyland closed temporarily, we’ve been missing Mickey Ice Cream Bars and Hyperspace Mountain EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. Disneyland Although we aren’t sure when the parks will be reopening to guests, you can still get a peek at the Happiest Place on Earth (even when there is nobody there)! Thanks to The Sun, we’re able to see some pretty eerie aerial views of the Disneyland parks! While Downtown Disney is usually a shopping and dining center hub bustling with people,… ©The Sun …the stores and restaurants have their doors closed without a person in sight. ©Jeff Gritchen This is mainly because Disneyland and Disney California Adventure won’t be opening until further notice. Although the parks originally projected to reopen at the end of the month, the closure has been extended indefinitely (and we are having SERIOUS Disney withdrawal). Disneyland Main Entrance – Closed due to Coronavirus While Disneyland has offered refunds and rescheduling availability to the guests affected by the closures, they can also take advantage of special hotel discounts if they travel from June 1st through December 31st, 2020. And, Annual Passholders will also have their passes extended according to how many days the parks are closed. When the parks were closed but Downtown Disney was open, we got a glimpse at what a guest free park looked like. Disneyland Main Entrance With the parks being closed without any Cast, Crew, or guests visiting, we are feeling a little spooked to see nobody in Disneyland (we’re ready to huuurrryyy baaack). Although the Mickey flower design has a big smile to welcome everyone, we can’t help but feel somewhat sad not knowing when we’ll be able to hop on the Matterhorn Bobsleds or see Sleeping Beauty Castle again. Disneyland Main Entrance – Closed Seriously, you guys, have you ever seen Main Street this empty?? There aren’t any Dapper Dans to harmonize with, characters to greet, or parades to watch. Wow, we never thought we’d see the day where Mickey balloons would be missing from the parks. ©The Sun And, over in Disney California Adventure, the park is just as bare without the Incredicoaster slingshotting guests on a chase after Jack Jack… ©The Sun …or the Pixar Pal-A-Round Ferris Wheel swinging guests over the water in Paradise Gardens Park. ©The Sun Since the hotels are currently closed too, the parking lots are all empty as well. Can you believe that this is the same Disneyland that had to stop selling tickets since it was so busy during the holidays?? ©The Sun After seeing these aerial shots, we miss the Disney Parks even more. Who else is ready to walk down Main Street with their Minnie Ears on and a Dole Whip in hand?? Confused on what “closed until further notice” means? We’ve got all the details for you here! What do you miss the most about Disneyland? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: DFB Video: Disney Parks Around the World Close, New Lands Get Opening Dates & Mulan Merch Comes to shopDisney! Now You Can Watch Disneyland’s Magic Happens Parade Without Visiting the Park! DFB Video: 10 Things You Can’t Miss in Disneyland in 2020! View the full article

With the tough decision to close Disney World and Disneyland until further notice and postpone all Disney Cruise Line sailings until after April 28th, The Walt Disney Company’s ability to generate revenue is taking a big hit right now. Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland And while Disney has promised its Cast Members paychecks until April 18th, the Walt Disney Company’s CEO Bob Chapek and former CEO Bob Iger have announced they’ll be taking a large reduction in salary. In a statement given to The Hollywood Reporter, Disney executive chairman Bob Iger is forgoing his entire salary while current Disney CEO Bob Chapek will be taking a 50% salary reduction. Bob Iger Other Disney executives would be receiving a reduction to their salaries as a direct result of these difficult times. Chapek stated, “effective April 5, all VPs will have their salaries reduced by 20 percent, SVPs by 25 percent, and EVPs and above by 30 percent.” In recent days, we’ve seen other chief executives at other large companies start implementing these pay cuts such as Marriott’s CEO last week. Bob Chapek ©Disney It has been estimated that Iger is among the entertainment and media industry’s best-paid executives with annual earnings ranging from $47.5 and $65.6 million during his time as Disney’s chairman and CEO. Chapek earns a base CEO salary of $2.5 million, with an annual target bonus of $7.5 million, and an annual long-term incentive grant of $15 million. At this time it isn’t clear whether the 50% reduction will apply to compensation package or just his base salary. We’ll continue to keep you updated on Disney’s financial situation as more information becomes available. Related posts: Here’s EVERYTHING You Missed at the Disney Parks This Week! Spoiler Alert: It’s A Lot! BREAKING NEWS! Bob Iger Has Stepped Down and Disney Suddenly Has a New CEO! Your Disney Trip Was Canceled — Now What? DOs and DON’TS To Cancel, Get Refunds, and Reschedule! View the full article

Although Blaze Pizza is one of our top spots for some cheesy goodness, we’ve missed out on grabbing a pie from the restaurant since Disney Springs is currently closed. Blaze Pizza But, you can still get your pizza fix by tuning into Blaze Pizza’s live stream (on top of all the other AWESOME celebrity performances happening right now)! On March 30th at 3 PM EST, you can tune into Instagram @BlazePizza to watch Chef Brad show you how to make your own restaurant inspired pizza! ©Blaze Pizza While he’s cooking up a storm in his own kitchen back home, he’ll be answering questions from YOU, live, and even giving away some prizes (which we hope means FREE PIZZA). Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza in Disney Springs Which Blaze Pizza are you hoping to make?? We’ll keep you posted with any more virtual Disney parties or live streams we see! Still hungry for some Disney eats? Check out the tastiest recipes you can make at home here! What are some of your favorite Disney Springs restaurants? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs! NEW Menu Items; Missing Menu Items; The CUTEST Valentine’s Day Cards; and FREE Cupcakes! Samoa Fans, You’re Going to Want to See THIS Rice Krispie Treat in Disney World! Have A Royal Banquet with the NEW “Earl’s Feast” in Disney Springs! View the full article

Sometimes being at home can be a real bummer (especially when you can’t visit the Disney Parks). Buuut, we’ve been doing our best here at DFB to add some of that magic back into your daily routine! Tower of Terror We’ve given you tips on how to make your favorite park recipes and Flower and Garden festival eats, mix up your own movie inspired drinks, and even let you battle it out over your favorite Disney snacks! And, now we’re feeling SERIOUSLY inspired to make our own DIY Disney attractions! Although we’ve given you a few crafty tricks on how to Disney DIY with all your toilet paper, people around the world have banded together to create their own homemade Disney attractions! So, we’re sharing a guide to our favorite videos with you (which we’ll continue to update with more “rides” as we find them). Haunted Mansion We’ve REALLY been missing that magic of walking down Main Street, U.S.A. with our Minnie Ears on and our hearts full of love for the parks! So, it’s a good thing we can go on a tour of Magic Kingdom right from our own homes, thanks to Jess Siswick! After watching all these videos, we really can’t wait to be back in the Disney Parks. Aaand, we are SO touched by your creativity that keeps bringing the wonder and magic back to us, even when we’re at home! Want to know what to watch on Disney+ if you REALLY miss the parks? Check out our top movie and show picks here! Have you created a DIY Disney attraction at home yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: 12 Throwback Disney Rides That Are Keeping Our Spirits Up The Weirdest and Most Entertaining Ways to DIY Disney With Your Stash of Toilet Paper! Life Is the Bubbles! Today’s International Mermaid Day (and We’re Celebrating with Some Disney Magic)! View the full article

On March 14th, Disney Cruise Line decided to halt all departures until April 12th, but today we’ve just seen their timeframe extended. Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich And while we’ve been keeping you up-to-date with all of Disney’s closure announcements, Disney Cruise Line has now canceled all sailings through April 28th. This announcement comes on the heels of Disney World and Disneyland’s recent descion to remain closed until further notice. Both parks had tentatively stated April 1st was a potential reopening date, but have now temporarily shut down for an undetermined amount of time. Castaway Cay Now what? See our step-by-step guide for how to cancel your trip here. Disney Cruise Line is offering guests’ who have been impacted the choice of 125% credit towards a future cruise up to 15 months from their original sail date or the option for a full refund. Due to the high number of calls at the Call Center, the Disney Cruise Line advises that guests wait to contact them until after they have received an email. If a travel agency was used to book, guests should contact their travel agents first. Here are all the impacted departures: Disney Magic March 14-19 March 19-23 March 23-28 March 28-April 2 April 2-6 April 6-11 April 11-16 April 20-25 April 25-30 Disney Wonder March 20-25 March 25-29 March 29-April 5 April 5-10 April 10-12 April 12-19 April 24-29 Disney Dream March 16-20 March 20-23 March 23-27 March 27-30 March 30-April 3 April 3-6 April 6-10 April 10-13 April 13-17 April 17-20 April 20-24 April 24-27 April 27-May 1 Disney Fantasy March 14-21 March 21-29 March 29-April 4 April 4-11 April 11-18 April 25-May 2 ©Disney Dream at Castaway Cay Since we can’t be sure at this time whether or not sailings will resume after April 28th, we’ll be sure to let you know of any official announcements made by Disney Cruise Line. Related posts: Say Goodbye to Sleigh Rides and Hello to Sail Away Parties with the CUTEST New Disney Cruise Line Holiday Merch! Review! Hop on Over for these Easter Treats on the Disney Cruise Line! Pack Your Swimsuit ‘Cause There’s a New Way to Save on a Disney Cruise! View the full article

As many of you already know, our hospitals are facing critical supply shortages, especially in parts of the country that are being hit the hardest. Ponchos and Umbrellas Sign at Disney World One of these places is New York City and recently one of our DFB readers reached out to us on behalf of the medical workers in her community who are risking their lives right now to save others. NYC hospitals really need our help right now, especially Montefiore’s medical staff. These guys are working on the frontlines and are running out of PPE (personal protective equipment). They are in desperate need of equipment they can use to shield themselves while carrying out their jobs. That’s why they’re asking for any and all items from this list below — even if they aren’t medical-grade. You may not have any masks or latex gloves laying around, but we know you have some plastic rain ponchos you might have bought for an upcoming Disney trip hiding in your coat closets! Or maybe you bought some and never used them! While you probably wouldn’t expect these cheap pieces of plastic to save lives, not all heroes wear capes — some wear plastic rain ponchos! Medical workers can use them as a substitute for the disposable protective gowns they normally wear. Poncho Set If you wish to donate ANY of these materials (including plastic rain ponchos!) to Monteifoire’s Medical Care Team, here’s where you can ship them: And if you’re looking for even more ways to help hospital workers in NYC or your community, you make your own face masks at home! According to the New York Post, Jo-ann craft stores are giving away free kits which include all the materials you need to make them. They’re doing curbside pick-up and they’ll even donate the masks to hospitals for you. Join us in the fight to keep our heroes out there safe! These are difficult times for all, but there are still many ways to help from home! Related posts: DFB Video: Latest Disney News!! News! D23 Expo 2019 Announces Livestream Lineup!! 4 NEW Disney Food Experiences You Won’t Want To Miss! View the full article

Perhaps we’re all feeling a little like Rapunzel these days. At times, it can feel like we’re “trapped inside our tower.” However, we gotta admit Rapunzel looked pretty well put-together while stuck inside. Us, on the other hand? Well, let’s just say we may or may not have gotten out of sweatpants for the past two weeks. Rapunzel So why not switch up your outfit? We found some adorable and oh-so-comfy pajama sets and loungewear to add to your new work-from-home wardrobe! Since we’re all spending more time in sweatpants and loungewear, maybe it’s time to upgrade your favorite robe to one by Barefoot Dreams. Seriously, if you’ve never touched something that was made by Barefoot Dreams, be prepared to FALL IN LOVE. Barefoot Dreams is a little on the pricey side but trust us when we say, it’s WORTH IT. These ultra-soft unisex robes feature Mickey Mouse which is being sold for $158.95. © Disney Purchase this Mickey Barefoot Dreams robe here! You can also pick up a robe featuring Minnie Mouse!! This one is also $158.95. © Disney Get the Minnie Mouse Barefoot Dreams robe here! If you’re in the market for something that reminds everyone in your household who’s in charge, this Maleficent pajama set might do the trick! This set is ON SALE for $20.00 (usually $24.99)! © Disney Rock this Maleficent PJ set by shopping here! We also spotted these adorable Mickey Mouse lounge pants — they’re designed for men but anyone could probably rock these, looking and feeling ultra cozy. These pants are also ON SALE for $18.00 (usually $22.99)! © Disney Spend the next couple of weeks in these Mickey lounge pants here! Or, if you’ve been channeling your inner Grumpy these days, perhaps these pajama pants will fit the bill! These are available for $36.00. © Disney Shop the Grumpy lounge pants here! And just in time for spring, we found this super cute and bright Mickey and Minnie Cactus pajama set for women! This is another item we found on sale for $20.00 (usually $24.99)! © Disney Get your very own cactus PJ set here! Whether you’re rocking comfy pajamas 24/7 or you’re getting fully dressed every day, we hope you’ve been finding time these days to de-stress and get cozy! Maybe curl up on the couch with your new Disney PJs and turn on some Disney+! Or have Disney celebrities lull you to sleep with some bedtime stories! No matter what, we hope you’re finding ways to keep the Disney magic alive in your homes! See our Disney+ movie marathon line-up here! What are your go-to comfy clothes for working at home? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: GOODBYE MONEY! Disney and Colourpop Debut a Midnight Masquerade Collection of Makeup, Mugs, and MORE! 10 Ways To Online Disney Shop Your Way Through Quarantine! Look as Classic as Mickey and Minnie with these NEW Loungefly Backpacks! View the full article

Hey, DFB friends! We’re here with another DFB Video and today we’re talking about 8 things that are STILL happening in Disney World (even though it’s closed). Magic Kingdom Today Photo c/o News 6 WKMG With all of the parks and hotels closed, you might expect to see tumbleweeds blowing through the streets. But believe it or not, Disney property isn’t completely abandoned! We’re chatting about 8 things that are still happening in Disney World right now! Check out all this and more in our latest DFB Video!  By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! So check out the video and then let us know: What you were surprised to see was still happening in Disney World. Related posts: DFB Video: 7 Disney World Restaurants We Never Talk About…And Why! DFB Video: 4 Things Disney Fans Freak Out About Each Year! DFB Video: 16 IMPORTANT Things You’ll Forget To Do Before You Go To Disney World View the full article

Life can feel extra challenging these days. Luckily we have Disney to spread some magic no matter where we are in the world! Mickey Mouse We found 5 different ways Disney has been bringing us joy these days, and we wanted to share them with you today! We hope they bring a smile to you and your family! 1. Uncle Jesse Is Reading Us Bedtime Stories Did you know that Uncle Jesse himself is a HUGE Disney fanatic just like us? John Stamos recently released a video with Disney where he reads us a bedtime story! Check out this video on Disney’s twitter page of him reading A Kiss Goodnight by Disney Legends Floyd Norman and Richard Sherman. © Disney Oh, and have we mentioned that he reads the story while sitting in his very own DUMBO?! We told you he loves Disney! And this adds an extra layer of joy to the video. © Disney See an updated list of all the celebrities performing for us! 2. Dapper Dans Are Still Singing For Us! This brought a HUGE smile to our faces when earlier this week we saw that the Dapper Dans were using their “voices from home” to spread some Disney magic. Dapper Dans Check out this video of the Dapper Dans performing a “first-of-its-kind” performance!  3. We Can Look At All The Baby Animals In Animal Kingdom We can all agree that nothing is cuter than baby animals, right? Well, Disney has made sure we get our fill of cuteness by checking in on some of our favorite animals! We’re missing the monkeys in Animal Kingdom! Disney Animals on Disney NOW shares fun videos as well as educational facts about the animals that are cared for at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The videos also feature the Cast Members that care for the animals on a daily basis. Disney’s also sharing footage of the newest additions to the Animal Kingdom family, including a baby porcupine! The baby, also known as a porcupette (which honestly makes it even cuter), can be seen here:  4. La Cava del Tequila Is Teaching Us How To Mix Drinks Let’s be honest, sometimes a margarita is just what we need to bring joy into our lives. Luckily, La Cava del Tequila has reached out through their Instagram to help us craft some of their drinks at home! ©La Cava del Tequila Over the past week or so, mixologist Gustavo Ortega has been hosting live streams where we’ve learned how to mix drinks such as the Maelstrom Margarita and Oaxacan Mule! Maelstrom Margarita at La Cava del Tequila 5. We’re Getting Tons Of New, Exciting Disney+ Content! Disney+ has been a haven for us these days! In light of recent events, Disney has released a ton of great content on its streaming service for all of us to enjoy at home. For example, Frozen 2 was released three months early! Frozen 2 ©Disney We’re also anxiously awaiting the early release of Onward, coming to Disney+ in April! ©Disney Check out all the Disney+ titles arriving next month here!! On top of all our favorite Disney classics we can watch, we’re so excited to watch all the newest releases too! We’ve been loving all of these little magical moments Disney has brought into our lives lately. Check out some other ways Disney is spreading the magic during this time! How have YOU brought the Disney magic into your home recently? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: 10 Ways The Current Crisis is Particularly BAD for The Walt Disney Company Updated! Will Disney World and Disneyland Announce A Closure Extension Soon? ADORABLE ALERT! Merry Menagerie Birds Are Flying into Disney’s Animal Kingdom! View the full article

We’ve been hard at work scoping out all the latest news for you. Today we have all the details on what’s happening due to the ongoing closures and more. Due to the current global situation, ALL Disney Parks will be closed until further notice. See all of our coverage HERE. We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… The Disney Park Closures — Everything You Need to Know Here’s what we know about the closures and and travel to Disney World and Disneyland. <—IMPORTANT READ! Disney World and Disneyland closure questions answered. <–ALL FAQs ANSWERED A step-by-step guide to canceling, refunding, or rescheduling your Disney vacation. Could Disney’s closure be extended? See what the analysts are saying. <—IMPORTANT READ! What is open and what is closed at Disney World. Should you cancel your Disney World vacation? <—IMPORTANT READ! Disney World extends closure until further notice and add more details. Disney Vacation Club properties have extended their closure. Disney World is included in Orlando’s stay-at-home order. Osceola County ordered to stay home. Disneyland has extended its closure until further notice. How to cancel your Disneyland reservations online. Disney’s Shades of Green closed until at least mid-May. Tokyo Disneyland extends closure of parks and hotels. SeaWorld parks closed until further notice. Disneyland Paris Princess Run has been canceled. Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin are now closed. Universal has extended its closures. Marriott is halting operations for now. All the News From the Disney Parks NEWS! Disney World dining and hotel reservations currently available for June 1st and later! <—BIG NEWS NEW Free Dining offer for guests who had to cancel their reservations! <—BIG NEWS Check out this ULTIMATE bunker resource list! <—IMPORTANT READ! What is going on with Annual Passholder monthly payments for Disney? Rounds two and three of the DFB Snack Madness are here! Guy Fieri is helping restaurant workers with a new relief fund. What you should watch this weekend on Disney+. We shared all the latest details on upcoming Disney World projects. Find out your Disney snacks name with our fun quiz! 9 ways Disney is still creating magic even with the parks closed. We shared the ultimate Disney playlist! See how much it is costing Disney to keep the parks closed. Find out what new Disneynature documentary is narrated by Duchess Meghan. Check out the first round of DFB’s Snack Madness tournament. We shared 14 strange facts about Disney World’s opening day attractions. See why Disney World might be very different when it reopens. Check out this free online program from Pixar. We shared 50 ways to create Disney magic when you’re not at the parks. We looked at whether or not Disneyland will extend the Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival. Disney’s Dapper Dans put on a live concert for fans. Check out the Disney films you’ll still find streaming on Netflix. What has reopened on Disney properties so far? Print out your brackets for the DFB’s Snack Madness Tournament. Weird DIY crafts to create with your extra toilet paper. Will we have a chance to say goodbye to Spaceship Earth? What’s going on with Stitch’s Great Escape at the Magic Kingdom? Who is taking care of the animals at Disney World right now? Disney+ has officially launched in Europe. Check out the closure timeline for Disney and see what it means for the US parks. Disneyland’s Dapper Day has been rescheduled. What you should watch on Disney+ if you want to feel like you’re in the parks. Take a virtual trip around the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival. Check out the live performances from Disney entertainers. DFB Reviews Check out our latest review of breakfast at Epcot’s Garden Grill. Find out how to get a DIY cupcake kit from Sprinkles! Pair these Disney cocktails with your favorite Disney movies. Joffrey’s has shared more recipes online! We shared some of our favorite recipes from the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival. We reviewed dinner at Crystal Palace in the Magic Kingdom. Check out our review of breakfast at Hollywood & Vine at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Learn how to make drinks from La Cava del Tequlia. Must-Have Merchandise Check out the new live-action ‘Mulan’ doll. We spotted some cute matching Disney outfits for summer. See how to build a Disney-themed Easter basket for less than $30. You’ve gotta see these Golden Girls tiki mugs! New ‘Mulan’ charms released by Pandora. Disney Vera Bradley collection available now at Vera Bradley’s online store. We spotted some new Earth Day merchandise at shopDisney. Loungefly shipments have been temporarily halted. We found some fun Disney merchandise that’ll be perfect for summer. NEW DFB YouTube Videos The Best Disney World Counter Service Restaurants in 2020 The Most Famous Disney Food in the World When Should You Go to Disney World Now That Your Trip is Ruined? The Latest Disney News New DFB Video — When Should You Go to Disney World Now That Your Trip is Ruined? Have you subscribed to the DFB YouTube Channel? We’ve got FOUR brand new videos EVERY WEEK showcasing our adventures in Disney World and Disneyland! This week, we’re sharing our latest video: When Should You Go to Disney World Now That Your Trip is Ruined? — and don’t forget to subscribe here.  Deal of the Week: Order the 2020 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining for 25% off It’s time to order the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2020 e-book! Get the 2020 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining With over 700 pages of full-color photos, tips on the best restaurants, an ENTIRE chapter on snacks — including the best snack credit values throughout the parks and resorts — and a full break-down of whether the Disney Dining Plan is worth it for your family, now’s the time to get started! What’s in the DFB Guide? The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full to overflowing with tools and features to make your trip go smoothly, including: A 5-Step Strategy for Disney Dining Planning, covering everything you need to know from budgeting and booking to kids’ meals, dining discounts, and fireworks. A comprehensive and in-depth look at EVERY Disney World restaurant, kiosk, bar, and lounge, including our personal tips to ensure a positive and stress-free dining experience. Four free, downloadable worksheets for planning your trip. These worksheets are designed to help you execute all the steps of planning the perfect Disney dining experience. And they’re reusable for all of your future trips! Seven sample one-day dining itineraries for a head-start on planning. A comprehensive index of bars and lounges WITH reviews. An often under-appreciated option for both dining and entertainment, the e-Book devotes a whole index to the topic. The ability to be read on your mobile device or computer! It’s fully portable right in your pocket! You can order your copy today for 25% off the cover price! Just use code WDW2020! On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared a how-to on creating a Disney vacation scrapbook. WDW for Grownups shared a review of the Citrus Swirl Orange Soda Float. Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe for a Disney Cruise Line specialty coffee. Disney Family shared a recipe for dog cookies inspired by Up! Don’t Miss ANY Disney Food News! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Related posts: Disney News This Week: ALL of the MUST-READ News and Updates from the Most Magical Places On Earth ALL the Disney NEWS and REVIEWS This Week! Everything You Need to Know From the Most Magical Places On Earth! Disney Food News This Week: All the News from the Disney Parks and Resorts View the full article

It’s hard to find a bright side to Disney World being temporarily closed. Magic Kingdom But shockingly, it’s actually not totally impossible. Now that everyone and everything is slowing down around us, we thought we’d take a moment to figure out some of the good stuff that might actually come from this whole experience when Disney World reopens! Disney World Will Be Better Prepared…For Anything Disney World has only had to unexpectedly close a handful of times in history since it opened in 1971. Should something like this ever happen again, Disney is going to have a much better plan in place for how to handle it next time. Don’t get us wrong — so far they’ve been doing an excellent job, but let’s be honest — like every one of us, they’ve been flying by the seat of their pants during these unprecedented times. Crystal Palace Disney World already has a hurricane policy in place and has trained their staff well in case of these weather-related emergencies. But it seems obvious to us now that Disney will be using this as a time of learning, hopefully putting forth some new procedures should something outside of their control force the parks to close again. Cleaner Parks Disney World has always been fastidious at taking care of its parks. Seriously they’re the cleanest theme parks in the world. There’s rarely even a frond out of place on their palm trees. From the custodial Cast Members who are always making magic to the workers who touch-up the attractions with fresh coats of paint after the parks close for the night, Disney World is always looking its best. Aloha Isle Refreshments But as we all know by now, while something might look clean, that it doesn’t actually mean it IS clean. Once Disney World went on high-alert, they began cleaning their already immaculate-looking parks even more carefully. They began wiping down shared surfaces in between guests and enacted even more rigorous sanitation practices. When the parks reopen someday, we can hope to see many of these new, more thorough cleaning procedures still in place meaning microscopically cleaner rides, restaurants, and maybe even restrooms for all of us. More Ways to Stay Sanitary Before Disney World’s sudden closure, several hand sanitizing locations were added throughout the parks, and portable hand-washing stations were out for guests. A new feature on the My Disney Experience app even located the nearest place for guests to sanitize their hands with turn-by-turn directions. hand-washing stations in parks We would love to see many of these temporary hand-washing stations stay in place and maybe even become permanent. Yes, we can always scrub up in the restrooms placed liberally around the parks, but we don’t always remember to do so regularly. With washing stations placed right in your path, it can be easier to remember to keep your germs to yourself…and banish them altogether. No More Communal Cutlery! And speaking of restaurants, grabbing our flatware from a big communal pile of silverware has always made our stomachs turn a little! We’re certainly not condoning the use of disposable plastic cutlery, but there’s got to be a better way! Communal Spoons at Disney World Some of us have started to carry our own tupperware cutlery around the Epcot Festivals…and hey, we wouldn’t even mind carrying our Spike the Bee spork from Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival around with us all the time at Disney World — it gets the job of eatin’ stuff done rather nicely! But due to increased health and safety concerns over the practice of communal flatware, we’d be happy to see this longtime Disney habit go. Maybe flatware can be rolled as it is at most table service restaurants? More Self-Awareness It would be great if having this time to reflect would make us all kinder, happier people. While we’re fairly certain the parks will be crowded when they reopen, wouldn’t it be awesome if we could all be a little more self-aware! Fireworks Crowds Instead of stampeding each other after the fireworks show or squeezing into someone’s personal space at the last minute to see the parade, how about we all agree to give each other some breathing room when we all get back together in our happy place again? Better Perspective And since we’ll all be back at Disney World again someday, maybe you’ve acquired a new perspective on things. Cinderella Castle Refurb Matters that seemed really important at the time like “Will those ugly orange cranes ruin my castle pics?” might sound really trivial right now. We actually wouldn’t mind seeing those construction cherry-pickers right now if it meant we got to see Cinderella Castle as well! What do you think, are we being waaaay too optimistic? Maybe. But if you look at things from this every-gray-cloud-has-a-silver-lining perspective, Disney World is going to be even better than it was before. What good things do you think might come out of Disney World’s temporary closure? Share your ideas with us in the comments below! Related posts: BREAKING NEWS! Disney World Has Just Extended Its Closure And Noted More Details Disney World Has STOPPED Construction During Its Closure. Could This Cause Delays on Upcoming Attractions? We’re Reviewing EVERY Holiday Treat At Walt Disney World! See Them ALL Here! View the full article

On March 27th, both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort announced extensions to their temporary closures “until further notice” in light of the current global situation. Disneyland Paris And now, according to an update to the Disneyland Paris website, it appears that Disneyland Paris is following suit. Previously, the website stated that Disneyland Paris parks and hotels would be closed until the end of March. The update to the website, dated March 30, 2020, now states that “Disneyland Paris will remain closed until further notice. We look forward to welcoming guests to our resort again once it is advisable to do so.” Disneyland Paris website screenshot The site also includes information for guests whose travel plans have been affected. While we are providing a screenshot below regarding the Resort’s temporary adjustments to booking and cancellation policies, guests may visit the website to access a list of answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Tickets (including Annual Passes), FastPass, the Buffalo Bill Wild West show, and more. Disneyland Paris website screenshot Note that, per the policies above, “If you hold a reservation for a Disneyland Paris holiday for arrivals while our Parks are closed, you are entitled to receive a voucher valid for 18 months for the full amount of payment already made for your booking. New bookings will be subject to conditions available at the time of booking. If you wish to maintain your current booking conditions, you can benefit from our rebooking offer: If you hold a booking with an arrival up to June 30th, 2020, you have the possibility to rebook at the same price until May 15th, 2020 for an arrival before October 1st, 2020.” Disneyland Paris reminds that this decision was made with the safety of the Resort’s guests and cast members as the top priority. Disneyland Paris website We will continue to keep you posted on the closures and future re-openings of Disney Parks around the world. Disneyland Paris Do you have questions about the current closures of the Disney Parks? We’ve got all the answers for you here. We’ll continue to keep you updated with more information! Did you have plans to visit Disneyland Paris any time soon? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: NEWS! The Disneyland Paris Princess Run Has Officially Been Canceled DFB Video: Our Top Picks for the Most Outrageously Expensive Disney Experiences! We Dare You to Watch These Disney Commercials Without Laughing or Crying! View the full article

Sunrise is a magical time. Whether it’s watching the sun climb up and over the mountainous landscape at Aulani – A Disney Resort & Spa or seeing rays of light frame the Castle spires at Magic Kingdom Park, each of our locations offers its own inspiring early morning views. Today, in a special #DisneyMagicMoments, our friends from across the globe are sharing their favorite sunrise photos from the archives. Take a look at some Monday morning magic below: Disneyland Resort Disneyland Paris Hong Kong Disneyland Aulani – A Disney Resort & SpaShanghai Disney Resort Disney Cruise Line Tokyo Disney Resort Walt Disney World ResortStay tuned for more stories like this. And from our Disney cast members to you, we want you to remember, “There’s a great, big, beautiful tomorrow, just a dream away.” View the full article

Who else here is ready for a brunch date?? Garden Grill Restaurant Even if we can’t talk about all the latest Disney news over a mimosa (rain check, friends??), you can still make one of our FAVORITE morning treats in your own kitchen! We are BIG FANS of Garden Grill Restaurant in Epcot with its array of yummy snacks for breakfast, lunch, AND dinner. But, we’re ready to get up early to make Chip’s Sticky Bun Bake with all that sweet cinnamon and icing!! Sticky Buns Ingredients Cinnamon Smear 1 1/4 cup margarine, softened 2 teaspoon cinnamon 2 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 eggs Sweet Cinnamon Dough 1 cup milk 2/3 ounce fresh yeast/cake yeast/compressed yeast, crumbled (approximately 3 tablespoons loosely packed) 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup butter, softened Pinch of salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 3 cups bread flour 2 room temperature eggs Icing 1 teaspoon milk 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar 4 Tablespoons butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Sticky Buns Recipe For cinnamon smear: Cream together margarine, cinnamon and brown sugar in a medium bowl. Add eggs one at a time, scraping bowl after adding each egg. Mix well and place in refrigerator. For sweet cinnamon dough: Heat milk in small sauce pan to 90 – 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove from heat, add yeast, whisk until dissolved, then set aside. Mix sugar, butter, salt, cinnamon, eggs and flour in a large bowl, until smooth. Add yeast mixture slowly, stirring until dough comes easily away from sides of bowl. Knead dough on lightly floured surface for 5 to 10 minutes. Place dough in a large bowl and cover bowl with plastic wrap. Let dough rest 10 minutes or until doubled in size. Coat bottom and sides of 12 inch cake pan or 9 x 13 inch pan with butter. Punch down dough, knead it a few times, roll out on a floured surface into a 15 by 10-inch rectangle. Spread cinnamon smear over dough. Roll up dough beginning at the 15-inch side and pinch edge together to seal. Cut into 1 inch slices, quarter each slice, then place pieces close together in pan. Cover and let dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 45 minutes. Preheat oven to 350 degrees, bake about 30 minutes or until golden brown. For icing: Mix milk, confectioners’ sugar, softened butter and vanilla extract together in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle over warm bun! Want to make Disney food for all three meals of the day? Check out our full list of recipes here! Is Chip’s Sticky Bun Bake one of your go-to breakfast items? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: When Disney World Reopens THESE Are at the Top of Our Must-Do List Recipe: Make Disney World’s Cream Cheese and Guava Stuffed French Toast! What’s New at Epcot: The Return of Gourmet Flavored Popcorn and the NEW Art of Disney Store! View the full article

We LOVE making Disney inspired snacks and treats (especially when your whole family can enjoy them)! Caribbean Beach Pirate Pool And, we’re about to make your morning a whole lot better with this tasty recipe all the way from the Disney Resorts! Sweet cheese and fruit paired together sounds like paradise, so the Cream Cheese and Guava Stuffed French Toast from Spyglass Grill might be your go-to morning treat with this recipe. Spyglass Grill Hey, all that guava must mean you get some of your fruit for the day, right?? Ingredients Cream Cheese Icing 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup powdered sugar 2 Tablespoons heavy cream Cream Cheese Filling 1 (8 ounces) package cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup powdered sugar Guava Sauce 1 cup guava paste, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 3/4 cup water Egg Custard 1 cup whole milk 1 cup heavy cream 3 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla paste French Toast 1 Tablespoon butter 8 slices brioche, cut into 3/4-inch thick slices 8 slices guava paste, cut into 1/4-inch thick strips 1 pint strawberries, sliced ©Disney Recipe For Cream Cheese Icing: Whip cream cheese in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Add powdered sugar and whip until fluffy. Add heavy cream and beat until mixed. Set aside. For Cream Cheese Filling: Place cream cheese in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with paddle attachment. Whip until smooth. Add powdered sugar and mix until fluffy. Set aside. For Guava Sauce: Combine guava paste and water in small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, until thick syrup forms. Keep warm until ready to serve. For Egg Custard: Combine milk, cream, eggs, and vanilla paste in medium bowl. Whisk until smooth. Set aside. For French Toast: Heat butter in large skillet over medium heat, until butter is melted. Dip 2 slices of brioche in egg custard, making sure to coat both sides of bread. Remove from custard and place on hot skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, until golden brown. Turn brioche over. Place 1/4 of the cream cheese filling on one piece of bread and 2 slices of guava paste on the other. Cook for one minute. Reduce heat to low and press guava paste and cream cheese filling sides together. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fillings begin to melt. Place on a plate and top with guava sauce, cream cheese icing, and strawberries. Repeat with remaining slices of brioche. Hungry for more Disney recipes? You can bake up everything on our list here! Have you ever had the Cream Cheese and Guava Stuffed French Toast before? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: When Disney World Reopens THESE Are at the Top of Our Must-Do List Recipe: YEE-HAW!! You Can Learn How to Make Woody’s Chocolate-Hazelnut Lunch Box Tarts at Home! DFB Video: Disney Parks Around the World Close, New Lands Get Opening Dates & Mulan Merch Comes to shopDisney! View the full article

Slinky Dog Dash is one of the most coveted FastPasses in Disney World (and it is SO worth the ride)! Slinky Dog in Toy Story Land Even though we looove the roller coaster, we enjoy relaxing in the Florida sunshine with our sheriff badge, boots, and this tasty snack. Yee-haw!! We’re about to round up one of the most rootin’ tootin’ breakfasts in Hollywood Studios with the Chocolate-Hazelnut Lunch Box Tart recipe from Woody’s Lunch Box! ©Disney Ingredients Start grabbing that sugar and flour from your cabinet as you lasso in everything you need to make these treats! ©Disney Recipe If you think riding the attractions in Toy Story Land is fun, wait until you start mixing and baking all the ingredients for the Chocolate-Hazelnut Lunch Box Tarts! ©Disney These flavors are so good that they’re making our taste buds go to infinity and beyond!! Want more Disney breakfast recipes for the week? You can start baking our favorite eats and treats from the parks here! What’s your favorite flavor of Lunch Box Tart? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: When Disney World Reopens THESE Are at the Top of Our Must-Do List 11 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Recipes You Can Totally Make At Home! What’s New at Hollywood Studios — An AristoCats Dress, A Wookiee Cookie, and The Rise of Skywalker EVERYTHING! View the full article

DFB Snack Madness has ALMOST wrapped up and crowned the winner!! We’ve already seen the tournament’s first, second, and third rounds, but the fourth round is really narrowing down the competition. And, there are only TWO MORE left, so be sure to cast your votes for your favorite snacks! Mickey Beignets Our jaws are on the floor seeing so many beloved snacks say goodbye and a few wild cards become victorious! Round Four has brought us some pretty close calls, you guys. And, we are HIGHLY anticipating how the next couple rounds turn out!! Round Four Results! While the Dole Whip won the classic snack showdown over the Mickey Ice Cream Bar,… Dole Whips …the Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich lost out to the flaky and suuuper yummy Cinnamon Bun (just look at all that icing!!). Cinnamon Bun The Mickey Beignets have become triumphant against the Disney Popcorn (no surprise here, folks!)… Mickey Beignets …but we CANNOT believe that the Num Num Cookies had to surrender to Funnel Cakes. The classic wins out again! This competition is WILD, you guys!! Caramel Corn Funnel Cake We want all those sweet deets on what you hope will win! Be sure to share pics of your brackets with the hashtag #DFBSnackMadness so we can see your selections for the current round. We’ll continue letting YOU choose what snacks make it to the next segment through a series of polls every day! The next round kicks off TONIGHT on Instagram! Good luck and remember: It’s the final countdown!! So, make your choices, friends! Are you shocked by the Snack Madness results? What other competitions would you like to see on DFB? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Update! Rounds Two AND Three of the DFB Snack Madness Have Wrapped Up (and the Results are SHOCKING)! DFB Video: Disney Parks Around the World Close, New Lands Get Opening Dates & Mulan Merch Comes to shopDisney! NEWS: Grab A FREE Cupcake with This Limited Time Offer in Disney World and Disneyland! View the full article

Although we’ve been building our own DIY attractions at home, we REALLY miss watching the parades come down Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland. Mickey Float in Magic Happens Parade And, we adore the costumes, music, and floats from the new Magic Happens Parade in Disneyland! So, on top of all the Disney celebrity live streams happening right now, we’re so excited to grab some popcorn or make our own Disney snacks to watch the parade from our couch! Disney is sprinkling some extra pixie dust on your stay at home with a virtual viewing of the Magic Happens Parade! You can watch characters from Moana, Coco, The Sword in the Stone, Frozen 2, and MORE make some magic for your family (with the sweetest smiles EVER)!  Anybody else here have their Minnie Ears and pin lanyards on while they watch the parade?? If you’re missing the Disney Parks as much as we are, check out our must-watch list on Disney+! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which Disney parade that you’ve seen is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: News! Downtown Disney to Change Operating Hours During Disneyland’s Closure! News! Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Night Is Selling Out FAST! DFB Video: Disney Parks Around the World Close, New Lands Get Opening Dates & Mulan Merch Comes to shopDisney! View the full article