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On behalf of a talented team of Imagineers and incredible team of collaborators, I are thrilled to finally be able to announce that Avengers Campus—an entirely new land dedicated to discovering, recruiting and training the next generation of heroes—will open July 18, 2020 at the Disneyland Resort! And that’s only the beginning… today we are also unveiling our new attraction’s name, exciting casting news, rich details about the land itself and brand-new artist concept renderings. As we’ve previously shared, Avengers Campus invites you to team up with the Avengers and their allies in a fully immersive land at Disney California Adventure park. Avengers Campus is comprised of several heroic locations—each hosted by a different Super Hero or their ally—to share their unique powers, technology and knowledge with recruits. Sling webs with Spider-Man Our first key location, the Worldwide Engineering Brigade—also known as WEB—is home to the first Disney ride-through attraction to feature a favorite neighborhood her: Spider-Man. This new family-friendly attraction, WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure, invites guests to put their web-slinging skills to the test. The innovative technology adapted specifically for this attraction includes a seamless blend of 3D and new interface, which allows guests to go on a mission and experience what it’s like to have super powers and sling webs alongside Spider-Man. WEB is all about how bright young innovators like Peter Parker are inventing new technologies that let all of us become Super Heroes. Being able to authentically represent Peter’s character was a critical element to our story, and thanks to our Studio partners, I’m excited to share that Tom Holland will reprise his role as part of this attraction experience. It was an honor to get to work with Tom, and I can’t wait for guests to experience the amazing talent, humor, and heart he’s bringing to this attraction when it opens this summer. “Suit up” with the latest gear, including Spider-Bots from WEB The WEB Suppliers store is where you will find the latest WEB inventions, including interactive Spider-Bots much like the ones you will see in the new attraction, WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure. Each Spider-Bot has a remote control, and all eight articulated legs move forward and backward. Best of all, you can tap into your inner WEB inventor by customizing your Spider-Bot with tactical upgrades to harness the powers and styles of favorite Super Heroes, including Black Panther, Iron Man and Black Widow, as well as Ant-Man and The Wasp. Other must-have items at WEB Suppliers include a specially-designed backpack to carry Spider-Bots when they are not in action, Spider-Man light goggles, a take-home spider web kit and Funko Pop! vinyl figurines of Spider-Man and Iron Man. Nearby, the Campus Supply Pod is the place to power up with official Avengers Campus gear, including performance fleece hoodies and tees, headwear, drinkware and other Super Hero supplies. Enjoy tiny treats and big bites When it’s time to take a break from the heroics, three new dining spots at Avengers Campus will offer dishes that are rich in both flavor and storytelling. Pym Test Kitchen is a food innovation science lab where the food and drinks tell a story. Just as Ant-Man and The Wasp use “Pym Particles” to grow and shrink just about anything, Pym Technologies applies this innovative science to the creation of shareable bites, inventive-sized entrees and sweet treats. You will be able to taste-test such items as the Impossible plant-based large and micro meatballs with pasta, or the “Pym-ini,” a panini served by the slice or as a long, multi-portion sandwich. Adjacent to the Pym Test Kitchen, an oversized beer can overhead signals that grown-up beverage tastings are available at Pym Tasting Lab. Adults can order a craft beer, ranging from a blood orange hefeweizen to an amber lager or try one of the Pym Research Staff’s Pym Particle-infused cocktail experiments. Next, the Avengers have invited the crew of their favorite “shawarma joint” in New York, the Shawarma Palace, to open a second location at the Campus. Enjoy favorite shawarma-inspired snacks at this food cart, which is decked out with memorabilia since the Shawarma Palace owners are huge Avenger fans. Lastly, Taneleer Tivan did not limit his collection to lovable misfits; he is also curating a weird and wonderful menu of intergalactic eats at the Terran Treats food cart near Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! Team up with the Guardians of the Galaxy Speaking of, we will continue to celebrate Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!, the fan-favorite attraction that opened in 2017, as one of the anchor attractions of Avengers Campus. This rockin’ adventure blasts you straight into the “Guardians of the Galaxy” story, alongside characters from the blockbuster films and comics. As you help Rocket bust his pals out of the Collector’s Fortress, you will experience raucous mayhem, music inspired by the soundtracks from the movies and thrilling free-fall drop sequences! Encounter a formidable villain in a land full of heroes Last but certainly not least, throughout Avengers Campus, Super Heroes will come to life in ways that are more exciting than ever. You may have heroic encounters with Iron Man, Captain Marvel, Black Widow, Doctor Strange, the Guardians of the Galaxy, Black Panther, the Dora Milaje, Thor and even villains like Loki. We’re excited to also share that Ant-Man and The Wasp will be making their first appearances in the park, and Iron Man himself will be debuting his new armor in Avengers Campus: the Mark 80. You may even have the chance to witness Spider-Man swinging into action high above Avengers Campus with gravity-defying, acrobatic feats never seen before in a Disney theme park. At a nearby ancient sanctum, Doctor Strange will train recruits in the mystic arts by bringing this ancient sanctum to life with powerful spells. At night, the area glows even more vividly with majestic colors and lights, pulsating with mystic energy. Finally, every hero needs a formidable villain to fight… the villainous Taskmaster, who will have a role in the upcoming film “Black Widow,” will be seen for the first time at a Disney park at Avengers Campus. Taskmaster’s abilities include photographic reflexes. Taskmaster can replicate Super Hero moves, making this new villain a balanced foe for the Campus heroes. We could not be more proud to share these expanded stories, incredible characters and unique experiences in an authentic and exciting way. Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for more epic updates on Avengers Campus! View the full article

Easter will soon be hopping into Disney World and a lot of restaurants have been revealing all of the brunch offerings we’ll get to munch on for Easter Sunday. Minnie Easter Bunny Plush Our stomachs are already rumbling for the latest Easter menu options that will be offered at Animal Kingdom Lodge! Boma has revealed that in addition to their regular buffet, you will also be able to chow down on Lamb, Peel-n-Eat Shrimp, a Holiday Soup, a Holiday Salad, and Zebra Domes for their Easter brunch from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM. ©Disney These will also be the same extras they offer when Mother’s Day rolls around — which means even more Zebra Domes in our future! The price for this all-you-can-eat brunch will be $38 for adults and $20 for the kids. Did you see what Trail’s Head is offering for Easter? Check it out here! How are you planning to spend Easter this year? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: Mother’s Day Brunch at Walt Disney World! Recommended Disney World Dining Plan One Credit Restaurant Values The Five Best Table Service Salads at Walt Disney World (According To The Experts!) View the full article

Breaking news! We FINALLY know when the new Marvel-themed land will be opening at Disney California Adventure! ©Disney And while we already knew Avengers Campus would be opening sometime this summer, we now know the exact DATE! Get ready to assemble — Avengers Campus will opening July 18th, 2020! We can’t wait to don our finest Spidey suit and sling some webs! ©Disney Avengers Campus will feature 2 brand new rides, a microbrewery, retail locations, and SO MUCH MORE! We can’t wait to see some of our favorite Marvel superheroes in action when the new land opens! We’ll be right back with more details about the food, character encounters, and merch — SO STAY TUNED! Find out MORE about Avengers Campus here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be booking a trip to Disneyland now that the grand opening of Avengers Campus has been announced? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Disneyland Resort — TWO New Menus, Delicious Funnel Cakes, and EVERYTHING Oogie Boogie! What’s New at the Disneyland Resort — New Cozy Cone, Luxo Ball Spirit Jersey, Tiki Bowls, and MORE! Two More Locations Have Been Added to Disneyland Resort’s Mobile Order List! View the full article

Hey, DFB pals! We’re here with another DFB Video! Today we’re talking about how to ride EVERY ride and Disney World and how to live through it! Slinky Dog in Toy Story Land Want to beat the crowds in Disney World? Wanna ride ALL the rides?? We’ve got the pro tips to get you there in our latest DFB Video! Check it out here!  And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! So check out the video and then let us know: Your favorite Disney ride! Related posts: DFB Video: 9 Things You’re NOT Doing Right at Disney World DFB Video: 5 Ways You’re Completely Wasting Money in Disney World! DFB Video: 4 Things Disney Fans Freak Out About Each Year! View the full article

Earlier today, we saw Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure receive its new sign at Epcot. And even though the attraction doesn’t open until sometime this summer, we know we won’t have to wait too much longer! YeSake in Disney Springs That’s because we’ve already started to see some summertime treats make their way to Disney World, like this one we just discovered at YeSake in Disney Springs! This unassuming kiosk is known for putting out some delicious Hand Rolls and Frozen Slushies spiked with, what else — sake! And to get you ready for the bright sun and summer heat, they’ve just rolled out a new refreshing Popping Melon Cream Slushy! ©Disney Popping Melon Cream Slushy This one looks like quite the thirst quencher! Plus the boba pearls are mango-flavored which we expect will pair nicely with that fresh melony taste! And since this drink is GREEN — it’s also the perfect way to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day, or ya can just go over to Ragland Road’s Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival which will be rollicking all weekend long! Read more about Raglan Road’s Mighty St. Patrick’s Day Festival here! Let us know if you’ll be trying the new Popping Melon Cream Slushy in the comments below! Related posts: Loading Up on Chicken Guy! Loaded Fries and Mac ‘N’ Cheese!! Find Out How You Can Snag a FREE Pretzel This Weekend in Disney World! SURPRISE! This Premium PLUTO Popcorn Bucket Has Returned to Disney World and Its SUPER CUTE! View the full article

In true Walt spirit, Disney World just keeps moving forward! And we thought there was a lot of construction LAST month! Boy, we didn’t know what we were in for! Epcot Transformation Model With much of Future World closed and blocked off, Epcot is certainly embracing its “work-in-progress” status — and Epcot isn’t the only park either. There’s significant construction all over the parks right now. After all, Disney World has to look its best for the 50th Anniversary next year! We’re taking a look at some NEW permits Disney has been filing to clue us in on what to expect next! On our last check-in, we spotted some behind-the-scenes work on Mickey Shorts Theater and even some new inventions that might be making an appearance in Disney parks. Um… NEAT! But the files in Disney World just keep coming! So, we’re running through a few more SECRET behind-the-scenes projects in Disney World and what they might mean for the future of the park. Let’s dive in! Epcot Construction Magic Kingdom TRON Lightcycle Run As we’re sure you know, work is underway on the upcoming TRON Lightcycle Run in Magic Kingdom. This Tomorrowland coaster is HIGHLY anticipated and features both indoor and outdoor segments. Well, we dug up a permit that was filed on February 2nd that made us pretty excited about TRON progress. Sure, we see a lot of what’s going on on the outside of TRON, but what about the inside?? TRON Billboard ©Disney The permit was filed by Walt Disney Imagineering and sought approval for “Fabrication and installation” from a Creative Environments firm. These firms tend to do the theme-based sets in rides. Ooooooh! Could this mean that the actual theming is getting its first touches inside the TRON building? Maybe! After all, the coaster is expected to be completed in the Summer of 2021. Tron: Lightcycle Run construction Click here to learn more about TRON Lightcycle Run! Epcot Future World Overhaul You may have noticed, but Future World looks PRETTY different these days. Well, just before the work began we spotted TWO interesting permits that pertain to the Future World overhaul. Both permits were filed with Whiting-Turner (a MASSIVE contracting firm that seems to have a big hand in a lot of Disney projects). The first talked about an “on-site office installation” for Whiting-Turner. It sounds like they’re gonna be sticking around for a while to work the Future World overhaul! Future World Construction The second permit was for “Project G,” and specifically noted “revision to signage and underground utilities.” Now, we, of course, saw the revision to signage as signs popped up around Future World to help direct guests, but the underground work is pretty interesting. Breezeway to Future World East Most likely this includes running utilities to new buildings, attractions, and updated locations for restaurants and restrooms. Will Starbucks relocate in Epcot? What’s happening with Electric Umbrella? Maybe these underground updates hold some clues. Learn about what the current Future World looks like here! PLAY! Pavilion Next up is the MOST exciting permit we found IMO. The permit we found was coded to the Wonders of Life Pavilion. As many of you may know, that pavilion is set to receive a complete reimagining to become the mysterious PLAY! Pavilion. While we don’t know EVERYTHING about the in-progress pavilion, we do know that it will basically be heaven for kids! The PLAY! Pavilion is described as a “digital metropolis” where “games, activities, and experiences” will allow kids to connect with each other AND Disney characters! They’ll work with fashion designer Edna Mode to “rid the world of uninspired style.” And join a water-balloon fight with Huey, Dewey, Louie, and Webby! PLAY! Pavilion Concept Art ©Disney THIS permit was for the “construction and installation of set elements” by a Creative Environments firm. Could theming be underway? WE HOPE SO! After all the concept art looks SUPER cool and pretty involved. Then we found ANOTHER permit for the Pavilion on March 3rd for the installation of a “new structure.” Could this be the long-awaited VR component? Indoor buildings and cityscapes? The inside of the pavilion is set to look kind of like a giant indoor tech-city and it should open in 2021. PLAY! Pavilion Concept Art ©Disney Here’s EVERYTHING we know about the upcoming PLAY! Pavilion in Epcot! Disney World Resorts Fort Wilderness Mining Tower We even found ANOTHER interesting permit over at Fort Wilderness, and this one seems to be something that’s for the guests. This permit was for the “installation of a mining tower.” We’re thinking this probably isn’t a real mining tower considering they probably wouldn’t build that in the middle of a campground AND there isn’t exactly a lot to mine in Florida . A new decorative piece or play area, perhaps? We’ll keep an eye out! Chip and Dale’s Campfire Sing-A-Long Area As you can see there’s a LOT going on behind-the-scenes in Disney World! You can bet that we’ll be keeping an eye on all of these mysterious projects and we’ll keep digging for more of those telling Disney files. One thing is for sure, these permits sure get us excited for the future of Disney World — we just wish we didn’t have to wait! What do you think of some of these mystery projects? Want to hear more about behind-the-scenes work at Disney? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Did You Know About These Upcoming SECRET Disney World Projects? Disney News This Week: ALL the News and Updates from the Most Magical Places on Earth! 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If an effort to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus to their Cast Members and guests, Disney has been taking several precautions, including shutting down parks if need be, like with the Tokyo Disney Resort. Tokyo Disneyland While we saw the Shanghai Disneyland Resort beginning to reopen this week after its own closure, Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea will be extending their closure. Previously, Tokyo Disney has said they would remain closed until March 15th. Now, the Tokyo Disney Resort website has been updated to show that the parks will remain closed through early April now. ©Disney Disney has also stated that several shows and events that were scheduled to end will still do so while the park is closed, like Lilo’s Luau & Fun and the Tokyo DisneySea version of Fantasmic! They have also mentioned that the grand opening of their “new Fantasyland” area, which was scheduled to open April 15th has been postponed to mid-May or beyond. Fantasmic! at Tokyo DisneySea ©Disney You can check out the full list of closing shows and events, along with inquiries about tickets and vacation packages on the Tokyo Disney Resort website. Click here to see what other precautions Disney is taking for Coronavirus Have you been to the Tokyo Disney Resort before? Let us know what you thought down in the comments! Related posts: NEWS! Tokyo Disneyland Set to Close Saturday Due to Coronavirus NEWS! Opening Date Announced for New Experiences Coming to Tokyo Disneyland Review: Chandu Tails at Tokyo DisneySea View the full article

Spring is in the air! The first day of spring is just around the corner, and right now is a great time to visit Disney World because there is just SO much going on! It’s time to plan your next Disney World vacation! Disney recently introduced a new Disney Dining Plan option for Disney Resort hotel guests. The Disney Dining Plan Plus includes 2 meal credits to use any way you like along with 2 snack credits per day! Read ALL ABOUT the new Disney Dining Plan Plus here! And, the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is in full bloom through June 1, plus Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway is now open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Right now there are some great discounts on a vacation at Walt Disney World, and our friends at Small World Vacations have compiled the most current Walt Disney World discounts for DFB readers! Keep Reading for all the Deals; PLUS an Exclusive, Special Offer from Small World Vacations! The agents at Small World Vacations know how to save money on your Disney Vacation! When you book your vacation with Small World Vacations, their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings. They also compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And, they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. Current Walt Disney World Deals and Discounts Sun and Fun Room Offer — EXTENDED! With this deal you can save 10% to 25% off rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort Hotels. The Sun and Fun Room Offer is valid on most nights from April 1 through July 9, 2020, and must be booked by July 9, 2020! Cinderella Castle Click HERE for Details on the Sun and Fun Room Offer! Florida Resident Offer Florida residents can save up to 30% on room reservations on most nights now through April 25, 2020 with travel booked by April 25, 2020. Proof of Florida residency is required at check-in. Click Here for Details on the Florida Resident Offer! Florida Resident Sun and Fun Room Offer Florida residents can save 10% to 30% off rooms at select Disney World Resort Hotels on most nights from April 1 through July 9, 2020. Rooms must be booked by July 9, 2020. Proof of Florida residency is required at check-in. Click Here for Details on the Florida Resident Offer! Annual Passholder Deal Annual Passholders can save up to 35% off rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort Hotels for travel dates between April 1 and July 9, 2020. This deal must be booked by July 9, 2020. Click Here for Details on the Annual Passholder Offer! 2020 Military Offer Members of the U.S. Military can save on room reservations for travel on most nights from January 1, 2020 through April 4, 2020, and April 19, 2020 through December 18, 2020. Travel must be booked by December 18, 2020, and a valid military ID is required at check-in. 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So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you Related posts: DFB Store SALE! Save 40% off EVERYTHING in the DFB Store with Our Back to School Sale! It’s HERE! Grand Launch of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2020 Edition Celebrate Daylight Savings This Weekend With…MORE SAVINGS! View the full article

Happy Women’s History Month! Sunday marked International Women’s Day, and at Disney Cruise Line, we celebrate all of the women who are making waves in the maritime industry! Check out some of their powerful stories. Of course, we also want to highlight our leading lady at sea, Captain Minnie Mouse! Since adopting her new role, Captain Minnie Mouse has stood for the message of exploring new horizons and inspiring the next generation of female leaders and young dreamers as they chart a course into their futures. Recently we debuted a new experience for young captain hopefuls featuring none other than our newest Captain. In this maritime-themed, hands-on learning opportunity, children hone their STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills and problem-solving abilities. The activity is currently offered at Disney’s Oceaneer Lab on the Disney Wonder, and I’m thrilled that it will be available on all Disney Cruise Line ships later this year! In honor of Captain Minnie Mouse and Women’s History Month, we’ve come up with some creative ways to celebrate. Take a look. Emblazon your digital devices with an illustration of Captain Minnie Mouse on our brand-new digital wallpaper design! This whimsical artwork is also featured on the Captain Minnie Mouse merchandise collection available on our Disney Cruise Line ships. You can download this wallpaper for your desktop, mobile device and smartwatch – and be sure to check out the terms of use. Captain Minnie Mouse Milkshake Presenting the Captain Minnie Mouse Milkshake, made with berry gelato, strawberry compote and fresh berries and topped with strawberries and freshly prepared whipped cream (which itself is a secret Disney Cruise Line recipe). The pièce de résistance is the delicious shortbread cookie featuring none other than our Captain! Captain Minnie Mouse Cupcake Encased in a nautical-navy anchor wrapper, the Captain Minnie Mouse Cupcake is made with rich chocolate fudge and topped with vanilla frosting and golden candy sprinkles. Guests aboard the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy will find these seafaring treats at Vanellope’s through March 15 and Sweet on You through March 13. Here’s to Captain Minnie Mouse and all of the #WomenBehindTheMagic! View the full article

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Do ye kids have what it takes to join Captain Hook and his pirate recruits? Captain Hook and Mr. Smee Captain Hook’s Pirate Crew has been entertaining young ones nightly at Disney’s Beach Club Resort for almost a year! During this ticketed event, kids ages 4-12 can join Captain Hook for a swashbuckling good time that includes a quest for hidden treasure around Crescent Lake and a bountiful feast (usually featuring cannon meatballs and macaroni with gold sauce!). Pirates Adventure From now through May 31, 2020, Annual Passholders can enjoy 10% off this ticketed event. Beach Club Resort Captain Hook’s Pirate Crew takes place nightly from 5:00 to 8:30 PM at Disney’s Beach Club. The experience costs $55.00 per child (before the discount for valid Passholders) and full payment is due at booking. Reservations can be made by calling 407-824-KIDS! Need ideas for what to do while your kiddos are park of Captain Hook’s Crew? Check out our tour of where to eat at the Yacht and Beach Club: And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! Has your child participated in Captain Hook’s Pirate Crew? Let us know! Related posts: NEW Captain Hook’s Pirate Crew is Now Sailing at Disney’s Beach Club Resort Did Somebody Say Hotel DISCOUNT?! We’re Looking at You, Disney World Annual Passholders! Nothin’ But Net! Shoot and Score With This NBA Experience DISCOUNT in Disney World! View the full article

If there’s one thing we love doing more than eating our way around Disney World, it’s telling our readers about the potential ways they can save big on their next Disney vacay. We’re always on the lookout for the next deal, like the Fun & Sun discount or the Spring into Summer discount. Welcome to Walt Disney World! And now, there’s another deal we wanna tell ya about. If you’re a Florida resident, you can get a special discount at Disney World’s Four Seasons! If you book a Four Seasons Guestroom, you can get a special rate starting at 359.00 plus tax for weekdays and 419.00 plus tax for weekends. Four Seasons Resort Orlando This special rate is available for stays from April 15 through June 21 and August 16 through September 30. By staying at the Four Seasons, you also get the benefits of staying at a regular Disney World Resort hotel, like the 60-day booking window for FastPasses and access to Extra Magic Hours. Open kitchen at Ravello There’s also complimentary shuttle service to the parks and you can enjoy the Good Morning Breakfast with Goofy & His Pals on Thursdays, Saturdays and select Tuesdays at Ravello. The hotel has even created its own custom Disney character topiaries in celebration of Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival. These were designed by the Walt Disney World Resort horticulture team and you will find topiaries of Mickey and Minnie on the resort’s main palm pathway from now until June 1st. You can make reservations only by calling 1-800-267-3046. Have you stayed at the Four Seasons Orlando before? Let us know what you thought down in the comments! Related posts: White Truffle Dinner, Prix Fixe Menu Menu Returning to Ravello at Four Seasons Resort at Walt Disney World Nothin’ But Net! Shoot and Score With This NBA Experience DISCOUNT in Disney World! Black Friday Shopper Alert! Disney Springs Announces Deals For Biggest Shopping Day of the Year! View the full article

Earlier, we told you about the new fin-tastic Finding Dory’s Friends scavenger hunt, a family-friendly game you and your little tadpoles can now play at Epcot! Finding Dory’s Friends And today we’re going to test our skills at Finding Dory’s Friends! Follow us over to The Seas with Nemo and Friends in Future World for a first look at this new interactive experience! To play this free game, all you need to do is pick up a booklet from the Finding Dory’s Friends kiosk located in the SeaBase a.k.a. the “main room” of the aquarium. Finding Dory’s Friends In it, Dory will fill you in on all the fishy deets! You see, it seems she’s lost track of some of her buds (after all, she’s a little forgetful!) and now she needs your help finding them! Finding Dory’s Friends The booklet contains two pages of stickers! Since Dory seems to have also forgotten the names of her underwater entourage, it will be up to you to solve each riddle by placing the correct sticker on each page! Finding Dory’s Friends Each of the rhymes Dory’s come up with to help jog her memory are quite adorable, plus you’ll learn a lot of interesting facts about The Sea’s inhabitants! Finding Dory’s Friends If you’re looking for even more scavenger hunt fun in Epcot, check out Spike Pollen Nation Exploration going on now during the 2020 Flower and Garden Festival and get ready to play with your pals from Duckberg when the DuckTales World Showcase Adventure makes its way to Disney World soon! Do you enjoy participating in Epcot’s scavenger hunts? Let us know if you’ll be playing Finding Dory’s Friends on your next trip to Disney World in the comments below! Related posts: Guest Review: The NEW Tea Experience at Epcot’s Rose & Crown Dining Room! Review: Vegan Cupcake from Epcot’s Sunshine Seasons! FIRST LOOK! Here’s Our Thoughts on the New “Canada Far and Wide” Coming to Epcot! View the full article

Good day intrepid explorers! Check out the new trailer for the upcoming adventure-filled film, “Jungle Cruise,” inspired by the famous Disneyland attraction, starring Dwayne Johnson as the charismatic riverboat captain and Emily Blunt as a determined explorer on a research mission. To celebrate, we have collected fun facts about this world-famous attraction! Be sure to see “Jungle Cruise” when opens in theaters on July 24, 2020 and explore the rivers of adventure that inspired it all at Magic Kingdom Park and Disneyland park! View the full article

Les Halles in the France Pavilion is a fan favorite at Epcot. From savory soups and sandwiches to sweet desserts (and even a FULL baguette you can purchase for under $5.00!), Les Halles has something for just about everyone. Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie Amidst the hustle and bustle of the Flower and Garden Festival, we stopped by this tried and true quintessential World Showcase dining location to see if there were any new updates since the last time we visited. First off, we noticed a new Brie-filled Bread Bowl! Then we panicked a bit when we noticed that our beloved FRANGIPANE no longer listed on the menu! After asking, it’s still being offered but it has changed yet again! So for starters what exactly IS frangipane? For those of you unfamiliar with this dish, frangipane is an almond flavor filling that’s full of butter, sugar, and eggs. We simply love snacking on this tasty treat (and in fact, we are used to seeing this menu item change from time to time!). You may remember the BIG Frangipane change that took place last year, now it has changed once again. Here’s a look at the previous frangipane option. New Frangipane at Les Halles And as we said earlier, while it’s not currently on the menu, it’s still available for purchase! Cue the heavy sigh of relief! While this is still labeled as a frangipane, it does look pretty different from the previous version. And while we don’t know if this is a permanent frangipane change, we will be sure to keep you posted! Frangipane at Les Halles This new version of frangipane still has that almond filling you would want and expect to taste, but they have added chocolate and hazelnut to the pastry itself. Frangipane at Les Halles With our expectations high, we weren’t as thrilled with the changes! This is a total bummer since it’s seriously one of our go-to Epcot treats. Because of the rich, velvety components that frangipane has on its own, we don’t think it needed the addition of the chocolate and hazelnut. In fact, we found that the flavors didn’t combine very well and we would rather stick with, in our opinion, wasn’t broken and didn’t need fixing! Frangipane at Les Halles Almond fans, fear not: there is still plenty of almond-flavored filling in this pastry and you should still taste that classic frangipane flavor! Just be ready for those additional flavors, and even if you’re a hazelnut fan like we are, the overall taste may be a hit or a miss! Frangipane at Les Halles While we love seeing new menu additions and changes come to Disney World, this was one that didn’t really hit the mark for us! If you would like to try the new frangipane next time you’re in World Showcase, you can pick one up at Les Halles for $4.75. What is YOUR favorite treat to grab at Les Halles? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Review: Roule Lard et Fromage (Bacon and Cheese Roll) at Epcot’s Les Halles Review! Everything OLD is NEW Again with a Returning Holiday Favorite in Epcot! Spotted — NEW Macaron Packaging in Epcot’s France Pavilion! View the full article

The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival is in full swing at the Disneyland Resort with yummy California-inspired eats, sips, and special culinary events throughout the park. This year’s festival has more offerings than ever before, and to give you a taste of what you can expect, we talked to one of the chefs who helped bring it to life! Chef Kamilah walked us through some of her favorite dishes this year, from the vegetarian Creamy Poblano Pepper Pasta at Peppers Cali-Ente to the plant-based Petite Impossible Burger with guac and pepper jack cheese from Avocado Time. She also showed us a few kid-friendly offerings including the French Onion Grilled Beef Tenderloin Slider and the Chocolate Hazelnut Crunch from Cluck-A-Doodle-Moo. Check out the video to see all of the offerings Chef Kamilah shared with us! If you want to find all the juicy details on this year’s marketplace menus, check out my official Foodie Guide. The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival runs through April 21, 2020, so be sure to come on out and experience the flavors of California with us! And don’t forget about the Sip and Savor Pass! This special pass allows you to explore your way through the festival with a souvenir lanyard and credential with eight pull-off tabs. Each of these tabs is a coupon that can be redeemed for select food and beverage offerings at festival locations (excluding alcohol and souvenir items). Use them all at once spread out over a single visit, or save your pass and come back on multiple days to make the fun last even longer! Remember that the Sip and Savor tabs should remain attached until point of redemption with the Cast Member. The Sip and Savor Pass can be purchased at Elias & Co., Festival Gifts and Marketplaces, Kingswell Camera Shop, Rushin’ River Outfitters, Seaside Souvenirs, the Sip and Savor Cart, and the Studio Store in Hollywood Land. For more information, visit the Disneyland Resort website or check out the Disneyland App. View the full article

We’ve been discovering so many new goodies throughout Epcot today! First, we stumbled across the new Coral Minnie Ears before making our way to France where we spotted a new sign for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure! Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie And after ducking into Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie for a quick bite, we just discovered a new item on their menu — and this is where we warn you we hope you’re sitting down! If you’ve been keeping up with our eating habits over the last decade or so, you know we’ve developed quite the fondness for cheese. Throw some carbs into the mix, and consider us EVEN more obsessed! That’s why when we noticed this new Creme de Brie offering at Les Halles today, we were trying not to hyperventilate with excitement as we placed our order! Les Halles’ Menu Our French might be a little rusty, but Creme de Brie sure sounds like a tasty treat to a couple of cheeseatarians such as ourselves! And better yet, this warm, creamy cheese is served in a freshly baked bread bowl! Get ready to wrap your laughing gear around this match made in heaven! Creme de Brie If you suspect the Creme de Brie might be one of the most delicious snacks you’ve ever seen, allow us to confirm ALL your melty, cheesy dreams and wishes! The warm cheese isn’t soupy, but it’s also not as thick as straight-up melted brie. It is, however, one seriously satisfying carb fest! We want to pause for a moment of silence in recognition of this much CHEESE awesomeness! Creme de Brie Due to its size and the sheer amount of willpower you’ll have to muster to polish off the Creme de Brie by yourself, we suggest enlisting the aid of a friend! We don’t suspect you’ll have a hard time finding volunteers to help you in this cheesy endeavor, though! Creme de Brie You’ll find the Creme de Brie on the regular menu at Les Halles for $6.75, and we highly recommend you stop what you’re doing RIGHT NOW and get over there! Now if you’ll excuse us, we have to slip into something a little more cheesy from our 31 things to eat at Disney World if you’re cheese-obsessed list! Are you excited to try the new Creme de Brie at Epcot? Let us know if you’ll be checking it out in the comments below! Related posts: Hold Up… Did Electric Umbrella’s Closure Just Get Delayed in Epcot?! Review: Vegan Cupcake from Epcot’s Sunshine Seasons! Welcome, World Travelers! Take a Closer Look at Epcot’s New Temporary Starbucks Location! View the full article

May 10, 2020 is Mother’s Day, with Father’s Day following on June 21, 2020. Paddlefish And there are two restaurants in Disney Springs already planning unique offerings for these important people in our lives, as Terralina Crafted Italian and Paddlefish have both revealed specialty dishes coming to their menus for the celebrations! Mother’s Day Specialty Offerings According to the menu on the Walt Disney World website, Terralina Crafted Italian will serve a Seafood Pasta ($36.00) with mussels, clams, shrimp, and fish with a saffron-butter broth on Mother’s Day. Terralina Crafted Italian And right nearby at Paddlefish, the Mother’s Day offering will be Lobster Ravioli ($34.00) with lobster tomato cream and asparagus. Father’s Day Specialty Offerings Terralina Crafted Italian will serve up Grilled Lamb Chops ($44.00) with roasted potatoes and salsa verde for Dad on June 21st. Terralina Crafted Italian Paddlefish, meanwhile, will feature Filet Oscar ($52.00) with lump crab meat, Béarnaise, and mashed potatoes to accompany the filet as the specialty Father’s Day offering. Sunset Over Disney Springs from Paddlefish Remember, as we are now in the 180-day Advance Dining Reservation window for booking Table Service restaurants in Disney World for both Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, it’s not too early to start making plans on how to spoil Mom and Dad on their special days! Will you be celebrating Mother’s Day or Father’s Day in Walt Disney World this year? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Find Out Which Disney World Restaurants Will Participate in Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Month in 2019! Review: The Dining Room at Paddlefish in Disney Springs Learn How to Make the Perfect Cocktail This Weekend in Disney Springs! View the full article

Epcot’s been cookin’ up Disney World’s next attraction, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, for quite a while now, and we couldn’t be more ready for it open! New Remy Topiary And even though Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway debuted in Hollywood Studios last week, we’ll have to wait until the summer to ride THIS new attraction! But the summer doesn’t seem too far off now that the Gusteau’s marquee has already gone up and just today we noticed a new Ratatouille sign has been installed near the ride’s entrance! New Ratatouille Sign We love the gorgeous Art Nouveau-style lettering Disney went with for the new Ratatouille sign which really showcases the stylized metalwork surrounding it. This whole look is putting off some seriously Parisian vibes! New Ratatouille Sign Check out the new Ratatouille sign for yourself next time you’re strolling through the France Pavilion, and if all this talk of Ratatouille has you feeling a bit peckish, check out our full review of Fleur de Lys, France’s Flower and Garden food booth here! In fact, we loved their food and drink offerings SO MUCH, many of them made our 2020 Flower and Garden Best of the Fest List! Are you looking forward to riding Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure this summer? Let us know if you are in the comments below! Related posts: We See London, We See France! Here’s How Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Construction in Epcot Is Coming Along! FIRST LOOK! Here’s Our Thoughts on the New “Canada Far and Wide” Coming to Epcot! Review! Gingerbread Ice Cream at L’Artisan Des Glaces Returns to Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays! View the full article

Even though the sun is shining brightly over Disney World right now, things feel a little sullen in Tomorrowland! Tomorrowland And if you’re wondering why you don’t see one of Magic Kingdom’s most iconic rides zipping along right now, HERE’S WHY! After experiencing mechanical issues with Haunted Mansion over the weekend (which then trickled into yesterday). Now the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover has unexpectedly shut down! We’re not exactly sure what caused the disruption which happened yesterday (the attraction has been closed since), but it looks like the issue still hasn’t been resolved. Screenshot from My Disney Experience App Since this sudden closure wasn’t scheduled, we’re hoping PeopleMover will be back on track soon! PeopleMover! After all, if PeopleNotMoving doesn’t have quite the same ring to it! We’ll keep a watchful eye on the PeopleMover and let you know when we see it up and runnin’ again by updating this post. Stay tuned! Do you enjoy riding the PeopleMover? Let us know if this is one of your Disney World must-dos in the comments below! Related posts: Star Traders Sign is Back in Disney World…But It’s Missing Something IMPORTANT. TRON Lightcycle Run Construction Progresses in Magic Kingdom With New Exterior Track Installation! Mission Control, We’ve Just Found the CUTEST Tomorrowland Collection in Disney World! View the full article

We’ve already got our tickets to watch our home-girl Mulan in action again when the live-action remake premieres on March 27th. ©Walt Disney Studios We’ve been gathering up all the new Mulan merch Disney has released for the movie to get hyped, but we just spotted a new MagicBand in Epcot that will bring honor to our wrists! This MagicBand may be based on the classic animated version of Mulan, but any Mulan is the best Mulan! Mulan MagicBand Our little girl’s all grown up and off to save China on one side of the band, while the other side celebrates the warrior’s victory at the Emperor’s palace. Mulan MagicBand You can add this MagicBand to your collection for $24.99 to watch over all your park needs like a family guardian. Have you seen the Mushu Shoulder Plush? Or the Mulan Minnie Ears?! Are you excited for the live-action Mulan remake? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: Jump Start Your Day With Some Coffee In This Adorable NEW Mushu Mug in Disney World! Say Hello to New Mickey and Minnie Epcot World Showcase Pavilion Plush! ANOTHER New MagicBand Has Bibbity Bobbity Booed Its Way into Disney World! View the full article

‘Olu, the kindhearted ‘ukulele-playing turtle, strummed his was into our hearts here at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa not that long ago. ‘Olu, Duffy and their friends have been enjoying the surf, sand and sun of Hawai‘i. Always an imaginative group of friends, they were inspired by Hawai‘i and collaborated to come up with a new name for their turtle friend – ‘Olu Mel. As the story goes, on a bright sunny Hawai‘i day, Duffy and ShellieMay were looking for ‘Olu so the three friends could play, but he was nowhere to be found. So, they decided to check the beach. As they followed their usual path to the ocean, they began to hear melodious music. When they arrived at the shore, they found ‘Olu strumming his ‘ukulele and singing about blue and white waves playing hide-and-seek with one another. Both Duffy and ShellieMay agreed that they thought ‘Olu’s melody was truly beautiful. So beautiful, that right then and there, ShellieMay wanted to give their friend the nickname Mel, short for melody. Duffy added that he always liked the name ‘Olu too. ‘Olu thought for a second, then started strumming his ‘ukulele and singing, “Duffy and ShellieMay, you like both names, that’s swell. From now on, you can call me, ‘Olu Mel!” Duffy and ShellieMay looked at each other and exclaimed, “We love the name, ‘Olu Mel!” Seeing his dear friends so excited about his new name, the musical turtle felt happy and honored to be called ‘Olu Mel, because now, music was a part of his name. If you’d like to celebrate the excitement of ‘Olu Mel, then be on the lookout for exclusive new ‘Olu Mel merchandise coming to Aulani this summer! View the full article

One of my favorite annual events is returning to Disney Springs this week—the Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant! Break out your green and celebrate for five days of fun March 13-17 with non-stop Irish-infused entertainment from morning until night, a mighty selection of beers and cocktails and of course, the most authentic Irish pub grub around. The food is what always keeps me coming back to Raglan Road (I can’t get enough of that Soda Bread and Guinness Reduction Sauce!) The regular menu will be available during the event featuring your favorite go-to dishes like the Guinness-infused Bangin’ Bangers and Mighty Mash. Planning to stop by over the weekend? The Rollicking Raglan Weekend Brunch will be served March 14 and 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 pm. Guests who dine on Monday, March 16 can enjoy a new whiskey pairing dinner from 3-11 p.m. featuring a special prix fixe menu with locally sourced dishes like Whiskey Cured House Smoked Salmon and Apple Baked Dumplings paired with the finest Irish whiskey cocktails. One of the most thrilling highlights of this annual event is the amazing live entertainment hand-picked straight from Ireland. Here’s a look at this year’s line-up: Strings & Things will bring their contemporary Irish Trad/Folk/Roots crossover talent from Tipperary and Galway to the festival stage. Their unique sound and powerful stage energy promise a raucous evening of music and song. TradGad features three talented musicians from Kerry, Dublin and Galway charming guests with their vibrant performances on guitar, fiddle, mandolin, uilleann pipes, tin whistle, banjo and bouzouki. Maca an Irish sister duo dubbed “Ireland’s next big thing” will rock the Raglan Road Pub stages with their extraordinary talent. Fia Rua featuring band members from Ireland and Scotland, will blend their musical backgrounds to perform and wow guests with a unique Celtic sound. Mike Waters, from the southeast of Ireland, will perform Irish songs and ballads from traditional to contemporary with a good measure of chat and humor. Emily Furlong an extraordinary singer and entertainer from Wexford, Ireland will captivate guests with her stunning voice. No Half Measures an exciting, fresh and vibrant four-piece band from Scotland, Cork and Kilkenny will spin their youthful, contemporary sound for the Mighty Festival audience. Of course, don’t miss the popular Raglan Road Irish Dancers plucked from the cast and stages of the world’s greatest Irish dance shows! They’ll be performing intermittently during the festival and ready to teach you an Irish jig – no experience necessary! Kids will also have a blast at this family-friendly party so be sure to bring everyone dressed in their best green garb and enjoy complimentary face painting. For those planning to celebrate on St. Patrick’s Day, be sure to plan ahead for the fun! On March 17, guests will be seated on a first-come, first-serve basis with a cover charge of $10 for each guest 18 and older. Reservations can be booked online for other festival days, including brunch by calling 407-938-0300. If you’re in need of a little outfit inspiration I recommend stopping by the Shop for Ireland boutique located next to the restaurant for apparel and accessories that will help you capture the true Celtic spirit. Be sure to share your photos on social media using #DisneySprings and #MightyFestival. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! View the full article

Epcot is a really colorful place to be at Disney World right now! Epcot Not only is Epcot’s 2020 International Flower and Garden Festival currently underway, but we just spotted a brand new pair of Minnie Ears in this seasons’ hottest Disney color trend… CORAL! Call all the Coral lovers you know! This is not a drill! Unlike other recent flash color collections such as Belle of the Ball Bronze and Arendelle Aqua, we’ve only seen a very limited release of Coral here at the parks while Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii seems to be the mecca of Coral merch. But today at Epcot, we discovered the brand new Coral Minnie Ears had finally come in! Coral Minnie Ears The Coral Minnie Ears are encrusted with pinkish-orange sequins which have a subtle iridescence to them — annnnd they’re GORGEOUS! The bow that completes them is also made with a shiny material that shimmers in the light! Coral Minnie Ears We saw the new Coral Minnie Ears for $29.99 at Gateway Gifts by the entrance to Epcot today, so if you’re searching for a pair to call your very own, start there! And if you’re in the market for even more Minnie Ears (aren’t we all?) check out the updated Classic Minnie Ears and Unicorn Minnie Ears that have also just been released in Disney World! Are you excited about the new Coral Minnie Ears? Let us know if you’re planning on picking up a set in the comments below! Related posts: NEW DISNEY COLOR TREND Spotted at Epcot’s Mouse Gear! News! There’s a NEW ‘Pinocchio’ MagicBand in Disney World! Briar Rose Gold Ears Debut a Brand NEW Look in Disney World! View the full article