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Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs keeps sucking us back in with their interesting desserts, like the stunning petit and dome cakes. Amorette’s Now they’ve introduced a new drink that’s making us want to grab our favorite pair of Minnie Ears for a day in the Springs! Their new Signature Beverage is made with Rosa Regale sparkling wine with a Red Minnie Ear Topper! They have done quite a few of these with the most recent being the shimmery Arendelle Aqua version. ©Disney Springs We definitely need to stop by and tip our hats or, rather, our ears to this new drink at Amorette’s Patisserie soon! You can grab a glass for yourself for $13. What do you think of this new Signature Beverage at Amorette’s Patisserie? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: REVIEW: Join the Circle of Life with The Lion King Petit Cake in Disney Springs! Star Wars Fans: Get Ready for a Triple Force Friday Shopping Spree in Disney Springs! What’s New at Disney Springs: Frozen Merch, Frozen Merch, and MORE Frozen Merch! (Also Leia Ears, a Baloo Plush, and More!) View the full article

Jambo, friends! We’re back with another edition of What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, and Disney’s Riviera Resort! Animal Kingdom Lodge We know we just took you on a tour of the recently remodeled rooms at Disney’s Animal Kingdom (click here if you haven’t seen them yet!), but now we’re heading back to these three Disney World resorts to see what construction, food, and merchandise updates we can spot! Construction Update at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Animal Kingdom isn’t just gussying up its rooms! As you may already know, Jambo House’s exterior has been undergoing some touch-ups recently, and now the entrance has just received a new ramp! Workers were still putting the finishing touches on it when we swung by! Jambo House Entrance We also noticed a new valet stand has cropped at the entrance to Jambo House, complete with a large bottle of hand sanitizer! Jambo House Entrance Further down, there was some additional work being done along the sidewalk. A few construction walls are still present, but work seems to be progressing right along! Jambo House Entrance It also appears the work outside of Jiko has wrapped up. The last several times we’ve stopped by, we’ve noticed workers and construction equipment around this area, but today it was all clear! Jiko Exterior See the before and after pics of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge’s recently refurbished rooms HERE! Merchandise Update at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Zawadi Marketplace A few weeks ago, we spotted the “Long Live the King” Shirt, and today we saw more Scar-themed merch, like this “Long Live the King” Mug for $19.99! We bet Scar takes his coffee black like his heart! Long Live the King Mug You can even see Scar’s eyes mean muggin’ you on its back! Long Live the King Mug We also discovered this “Long Live the King” Artwork by Jason Carne for $150! Long Live the King Artwork It’s a signed, limited edition print on canvas which includes a certificate of authenticity! Long Live the King Artwork And if you’re looking to take a plunge in the pool but forgot your swimsuit, check out these Men’s Mickey Swim Trunks for $29.95! Men’s Mickey Swim Trunks They even have a very subtle design of Mickey embroidered on the leg! Men’s Mickey Swim Trunks Food Update at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Centertown Market Grab & Go Talk about staying power — the Underwater Princess Cupcake we reviewed last November is still available at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort! It consists of pineapple cake filled and topped with coconut buttercream, blue and lavender icing, and blue crisp pearls. It is adorned with a lavender seashell, and graham cracker “sand” and costs $5.49 or one Disney Dining Plan snack credit! Underwater Princess Cupcake Read our FULL REVIEW of the Underwater Princess Cupcake HERE! Merchandise Update at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Calypso Trading Post We finally picked up the latest Classic Minnie Ears for $29.99 on our way through Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort! The polka dots are much bigger on the newer version and the actual ears themselves are much fuzzier! Updated Classic Minnie Ears Find out how the Updated Classic Minnie Ears stack up against the older version here! We also spotted this fancy new Dream Create Inspire Journal for $19.99 from the new ABCDisney Collection which we also stumbled across at Magic Kingdom recently! Dream Create Inspire Journal Find out more info on the new Dream Creat Inspire Journal HERE! Food Update at Disney’s Riviera Resort Bar Riva Despite Bar Riva being relatively new, it looks like they’ve already begun changing up their menu! Today we noticed the Harissa-Spiced Chicken Salad Pita and the Shrimp Salad have been removed. Since Bar Riva and Primo Piatto share many of the same menu items, it looks like they’ve also discontinued serving these offerings according to their online menu. Bar Riva Menu Read our REVIEW of Bar Riva’s Monte Cristo Sandwich HERE! A Cast Member we spoke with mentioned they might be getting replaced with something else soon, so stay tuned! Well, friends, that’s it for this installment of What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, and Disney’s Riviera Resort! We’ll be back soon with more construction, food, and merchandise updates for ya just as soon as we spot ’em! Are you going to Disney World for spring break? Let us know which resort you’ll be staying at in the comments below! Related posts: 2019 Disney Restaurant ULTIMATE GUIDE: What You Need To Know About EVERY Restaurant Opening In Disney World and Disneyland in 2019! What’s New at Disney’s Caribbean Beach and Coronado Springs Resorts: Construction, Cupcakes, and MORE! See What FOOD Bar Riva Will Be Serving at Disney’s New Riviera Resort Here! View the full article

‘Ohana means family, so we’re not leaving anyone behind and heading to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to chow down — TOGETHER! ‘Ohana And since we’re looking to feed our whole crew, we’re heading back to ‘Ohana to fill up with their all-you-care-to-eat dinner. Our past few trips have varied wildly food-wise, even though the atmosphere is consistently spot-on. So we’re back to give the entrees another shot and find out if this restaurant is worth adding to your must do Walt Disney World list (and because you KNOW we can’t resist their bread pudding!). Atmosphere ‘Ohana is a Table Service restaurant located in Disney’s Polynesian Resort on Seven Seas Lagoon — across from both Disney’s Contemporary Resort and the dreamy Cinderella Castle. It can be a hard to snag reservation (re: bread pudding), so your best bet is to plan ahead if possible! If your first search comes up blank but you really want to go, it can be worth checking back from time to time because cancellations do happen! Check out our tips for making Advance Dining Reservations here! Now that we have our reservation and we’re ready to go, let’s head to ‘Ohana! There is a large waiting area outside the restaurant, but be prepared to stand or explore around while you wait to be seated — and make sure to take in all those tantalizing smells (that’s your dinner!)! ‘Ohana Waiting Area Once your table is ready, you’ll make your way into the main dining area structured around the large open fire pit where your dinner may already be roasting away! ‘Ohana Grill You truly feel like you have been transported to the islands as you walk into the dining room. The tall thatched roof with the ocean waves, the tiki god pillars, and tiki torches are fit for a luau — but one of our favorite perks of ‘Ohana is that VIEW! Much of the dining room is surrounded by windows so you can catch beautiful glimpses of the Lagoon or the Magic Kingdom fireworks if you time it just right! We aim to grab a reservation about 30 minutes before the scheduled show and ‘Ohana really outdoes themselves by playing the soundtrack and dimming the lights for the fireworks show. Dinner and a show? Yes please. Oh and some more bread would be lovely! Have we reached the height of casual luxury?? Outdoor Tiki Roof Since ‘Ohana is all about celebrating family, they really go above and beyond to ensure all members of your party have a wonderful time on the island. The atmosphere is very relaxed, the staff is intentional and attentive, and there is often live music or games to entertain any kiddos at your table! Coconut Races We haven’t even gotten to the food and you may already be able to tell why we keep returning to ‘Ohana. The location, views, atmosphere, and entertainment make this popular dinner spot attractive to guests of all ages — and rightfully so! But we’re here for dinner, after all, so how is the FOOD? Eats Dinner at ‘Ohana is an all-you-care-to-enjoy meal with a set menu. This experience is different than a traditional buffet because most of the food is served family-style, which means you don’t even have to get up to grab seconds (LUXURY!). Because the menu is already set, you’ll definitely want to let your server know if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies. In our experience, ‘Ohana has worked very hard to accommodate a variety of guests, but if you have severe allergies or several food restrictions, there may only be so much tweaking that can be done to the set menu. If in doubt, you can call ahead to see if ‘Ohana could be a good fit for you! Ohana Dinner Menu Is everyone comfortable, relaxed, and living the island life now? Good! Bring on the FEAST! Disney has found a creative way to say there is a LOT of food here. You’ll begin with Starters, then move to Appetizers, Accompaniments, Skewers, then Dessert. Get ready because there are at least two of each! Our meal started off with the signature ‘Ohana Pineapple-Coconut Bread. This was a sweet and tasty way to calm a ravenous stomach, but you’ll definitely want to save room because there’s so much more to come! ‘Ohana Pineapple-Coconut Bread While we were stuffing our faces with, er, enjoying the bread, the second Starter arrived: the Mixed Green Salad with Lilikoi (Passion Fruit) Dressing. We think this was a wise choice to lead with veggies because once the meat arrives, we’re not turning back! Although the Likikoi Dressing stuck around from our last visit, we saw a bit of a changeup with the salad this time around. Last time, the salad was mainly iceberg lettuce topped with edamame, mushrooms, carrots, and crispy wonton strips. This time, we got some green leaf lettuce and spinach action (which made for a much brighter bowl) topped with dried cranberries and crispy chow mein noodles. Mixed Green Salad with Lilikoi Dressing After the salad, our appetizers and sides arrived together, piled high! First, we tried the Honey-Coriander Chicken Wings (we’ve also spotted them over at Kona Cafe) and they were just as delicious and sticky as we remembered — but don’t forget there is plenty more meat to come! Ohana Appetizers and Accompaniments We then worked our way over to the crispy Pork Dumplings tossed in Garlic-Ginger Sauce. These crispy little pockets paired well with the Garlic-Ginger sauce they were tossed in, but don’t mind us going for a double dunk because we can’t resist a sauce. The wings and dumplings were served with Peanut Sauce and Sweet n Sour Sauce and there are no rules when it comes to this stuff — use it on whatever you please! Peanut Sauce and Sweet n Sour Sauce Our wings and dumplings were resting on a little mountain of Teriyaki Noodles. So maybe these noodles aren’t life-changing, but the classic noodles with a lil teriyaki glaze have grown to become an iconic staple of ‘Ohana and we seriously adore them. We were pretty thrilled we when spotted them on TWO different menus outside the restaurant (the Twilight Feast and on the secret menu of Tambu Lounge)! ‘Ohana Noodles Intrigued? Check out the time we ate ‘Ohana noodles from the comfort of our bed here! Our appetizers were rounded out with a serving of Stir-fried Vegetables. In the past, these veggies have been a traditional stir-fry mix featuring snow peas, broccoli, carrots, red peppers, and red onions. This time, the mix was a little bit different as it swapped out the snow peas for baby corn and the veggies were overall less hearty. We may have gotten the little pieces at the bottom of the bag, but honestly, we aren’t here for the veggies anyway! This time around, we were dining with a little one, so we caught a glimpse of the kids’ version of ‘Ohana cooking! The kids’ plate had a few classic Disney chicken nuggets and a whole lotta french fries. ‘Ohana Kids Chicken Nugget Meal Fortunately, we didn’t have time to be jealous of the fries because our plate was already overflowing with noodles and wings! While we munched our way to the main course, we sipped on a Lapu Lapu. This specialty cocktail is also available at Tambu Lounge and is a mix of Plantation Original Dark Rum, Tropical Fruit Juices, and Gosling’s 151 Rum, all served in a fresh pineapple. It was just as refreshing as our last visit! If you visit ‘Ohana and don’t get a Lapu Lapu, did you really visit ‘Ohana?! Lapu Lapu We’ve made it to the main event! This isn’t our first rodeo, so we knew to save room for the meats! The meats will be brought to your table on a skewer and plated for you by a server. They’ll continue to come around, so feel free to grab seconds (or thirds!) of your favorites! We started off with the Spicy Grilled Peel-n-eat Shrimp. These were some hefty lil shrimps and although we wouldn’t describe them as “spicy”, they were definitely tasty! Our shrimp were tender and flavorful, and the shells were scored, so they peeled right off! We did notice they weren’t quite as saucy as the other shrimp we’ve had here before, so you better believe we sent these shrimp for a swim in the Peanut and Sweet and Sour sauces! Spicy Grilled Peel-n-eat Shrimp Next came our real test for ‘Ohana. Will they continue to deliver juicy, delicious meat, or will they revert back to their old ways of triple roasting until it’s bone dry? Guys. They’re back. They have done it again and delivered with three great entrees across the board. The Szechuan Sirloin Steak was also not as saucy as our previous visit but it was cooked well and full of flavor! Szechuan Sirloin Steak The Sweet and Sour Chicken was also juicy and packed with sweet and savory flavors we would be happy to come back for! Don’t mind us as we sneak back over to the noodles to make the perfect bite! Sweet and Sour Chicken The servers continually checked on us throughout the meal and were happy to replenish any items if we hadn’t gotten our fill! After we finished up all the meat we wanted, we waved our white flag and surrendered to the final course. We noticed a theme as we were eating: the meal just kept getting better! But, we couldn’t forget that the best was yet to come. One of the reasons we keep coming back — despite the entrees being hit or miss — is because we can’t stay away from the ‘Ohana Bread Pudding. ‘Ohana Bread Pudding The Bread Pudding was served with a mega-scoop of vanilla ice cream and a side of caramel and banana sauce. The way the sauce starts to melt the ice cream and create the perfect blend with every bite — we truly can’t get enough. If your little ones aren’t yet fans of the finer things in life (or you’re keeping all that bread pudding to yourself), they can dig into the Children’s Dessert, which was a Rice Krispies Treat with Mickey Sprinkles in our case. Rice Krispies Treat with Mickey Sprinkles If you can’t make it to ‘Ohana for the Bread Pudding, you can try to snag some at Tambu Lounge after 4 PM or make it at home with this recipe! Overall It’s no secret we’ve been returning to ‘Ohana for the atmosphere or views (and the bread pudding, of course) and maybe not so much for the entrées. We came expecting some pretty dry meat that likely spent a lil too much time roasting on that giant fire pit, but we are thrilled that our more recent visits have been definite HITS! Our latest trip to the island had us smiling through every course and we are delighted that the food is finally catching up to all the other great parts of this dining experience. An all-you-care-to-eat dinner at ‘Ohana will set you back $55 for adults and $33 for children ages 3-9, so you’re going to want to make sure you come hungry! This can be a great use of a Table Service Credit if you’re on the Disney Dining Plan. This might not be the best place for you if you want to grab a spontaneous dinner (reservations can fill up quickly), if you are are a light or selective eater (a set menu might not be your jam), or if you are traveling with several kids who wouldn’t like this type of food. Don’t get us wrong, ‘Ohana is a great place for kids and your kiddos would probably have a fantastic time — but if you’re looking for the best bang for your buck, $33 chicken tenders might be tough to come to terms with. All in all, we will continue to return to ‘Ohana because of the amazing views, caring staff, now delicious food, and you can’t beat that Bread Pudding… (have we said that enough yet? ) If you’re looking to enjoy the ‘Ohana with some of your favorite Disney CHARACTERS, check out our full review of ‘Ohana’s Best Friend Breakfast HERE! Have you ever eaten at ‘Ohana? Would you recommend it to a friend? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Review: Dinner at ‘Ohana in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort These Secret Menu Items Just Got a MAJOR Price Increase in Disney World! Review: Dinner at Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Jiko View the full article

What time is it, spring break time! We’re ready to kick back in a lounge chair, enjoy a nice fruity drink, and maybe hit some waves at Typhoon Lagoon in Disney World. Typhoon Lagoon We’ve just learned about a special party that’ll bring some more fun in the sun with classic tunes from Disney movies to the water park later this spring! DCappella, Disney Music Group’s new a cappella singing group, will be performing live at Typhoon Lagoon from April 9th through the 12th starting at 2:30 PM daily. ©Disney To keep us in that tropical mindset, they’ll be belting out nautical-themed hits like “You’re Welcome” from Moana, “Kiss the Girl” from The Little Mermaid, and “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” from Lilo & Stitch. DCappella ©Disney We’ll be crossing our fingers that some bangers from High School Musical 2 make it onto the set-list (C’mon, it’s a spring break movie). We’ll just have to see when the DCappella Beach Bash begins this April. Are you excited to catch DCappella at Typhoon Lagoon? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: The NEW Mermaid Minnie Ears Are A HIT — and Maybe Selling OUT?? — in Disney World! What’s New at Disney Springs — A BRAND NEW Store, Potato Chips IN A Cake, and MORE Mermaid Merch… Magical Water! The Water Cycle! We’ve Got NEW Info About Journey of Water in Epcot! View the full article

Hey, guys, we’re back at the Disneyland Resort to see what’s been going on in their neck of the woods. Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland There’s a ton of merch to add to the collection right now, so let’s get started! Disneyland Food Update Candy Palace The Easter Bunny has come a little early to the Candy Palace on Main Street in the form of this chocolate cake pop for $4.99. Bunny Cake Pop You can also get the Bunny Rice Krispie Treat for $5.99 and, yes, that is white chocolate and coconut shavings on the tail, y’all! Bunny Rice Krispie Treat Check out our full review of the Bunny treats here! Disneyland Merchandise Update Emporium We’re loving all of the new cute Wishables plush figures that have been coming out and now we can carry around Mickey in a pocket around our necks for $14.99. Wishables necklace Did you see the new Disney Parks Snacks Wishables? Clothiers Old-style cameras may not be the best for Instagraming, but it makes a for a very unique phone case, and it even comes with a strap for $44.99. Camera phone case La Mascarade d’Orleans Buy more Baby Yoda merch we must! We’ve spotted this Pandora charm for $65 that will add a little galactic style to your wrist. Baby Yoda Pandora Charm Take a closer look at the Baby Yoda charm here! Star Trader Sun’s out, Disney gear out! Now that we’re getting into the hot spring days, your kids can rock this backpack for $24.99. “The Sun Makes Me Sparkles” kids backpack California Adventure Construction Update Hollywood Land Some new construction walls bearing the Collector’s sigil have gone up by Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout. Construction by Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout We don’t know if it’s related to the construction behind the Hyperion Theater or a new project, but we’ll update you when we have more information. Construction walls by Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout Pixar Pier The construction walls have come down and Jessie’s Critter Carousel is spinning things up again after its refurbishment. Jessie’s Critter Carousel See what attractions remain under refurbishment here! Disney California Adventure Merchandise Update Various Locations New kiosks have been set up inside The Collector’s Warehouse as well as at Ramone’s House of Body Art where you can customize your own phone case or magnet with special designs. Kiosk in Ramone’s House of Body Art Phone cases start at $29.99 with an additional $5.00 for customization and the magnets are $14.99 with an additional $3.00 for customization. Design options at The Collector’s Warehouse The DIY craze is strong in Disney World, too! Elias and Co. There’s a new line of Princess pencil cases that you can use to keep your animating tools organized for $14.99 each. We’ve spotted designs for Belle, Mulan and more! Belle pencil case You know we’re all about that Disney Life and the kiddos can get this tank top for $24.99. The Mickey Balloon reminds us of the spirit jersey that we saw not too long ago! “Living That Disney Life” tank top Speaking of Disney Life, these colorful youth shorts for $24.99 feature several Disney icons in the design, like the quintessential castle, Mickey head, and Minnie bows everywhere! Disney Parks icons shorts Kingswell Camera Shop The California Adventure Food and Wine Festival is in full swing right now and Annual Passholders can pick up this exclusive shirt for $29.99. Food and Wine Festival AP shirt There are also some unique Food and Wine Festival phone cases for $29.99 each. Food and Wine Festival phone case See even MORE of the 2020 California Adventure Food and Wine Festival merchandise here! Downtown Disney Merchandise Update World of Disney We spotted this Alex and Ani bracelet inspired by A Goofy Movie that we HAVE to take with us to the next Powerline concert! You can grab one for yourself at World of Disney for $44.99. A Goof Movie Alex and Ani bracelet We also found this in Disney World! Check it out here! Congratulations to the graduates of 2020, you’re almost there! To celebrate, you can get these new plush figures of Mickey, Minnie, and Stitch in their own cap and gowns. Mickey grad plush Mickey and Minnie, of course, got straight A’s! Minnie grad plush Stitch is just lucky he passed social studies. Each of these plush figures is $21.99. Stitch grad plush There’s more 2020 Grad merch to grab right here! We’ve seen this Walt Disney Pictures cap in Disney World before, but you can now find it on the west coast for $27.99. Walt Disney Pictures hat You also sport this Neon Mickey cap to give your head a little shade for $27.99. Neon Mickey hat The adorable Disney Pets Loungefly backpacks are in World of Disney at Downtown Disney now! There’s one for man’s best friend… Disney Dogs Loungefly backpack …and there’s also one for all us cat-lovers. You can grab either of these fur-tastic backpacks for $75. Disney Cats Loungefly backpack Check out these Pet Loungefly Backpacks in Disney World here! We also spotted two backpacks that come with their own Mickey and Minnie plush figures! Plush Mickey backpack You can take your favorite mice on the road with you for $34.99 each. Plush Minnie backpack Speaking of taking our pals on the road, this Mushu plush will literally sit on your shoulder and act as your personal family guardian for $19.99. Mushu shoulder plush Have you added the Mushu coffee mug to your collection yet? We can’t forget about our home-girl, Mulan, though! The live-action remake is set to premiere on March 27th and you can start adding a little bit of the warrior’s style to your wardrobe right now with this new collection. Mulan merch display Check out all of the new Mulan merch here! That’s going to do it for this what’s new in the Disneyland Resort. We’ll have more updates for you soon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Have you been enjoying all the eats at the Food and Wine Festival? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: What’s New at the Disneyland Resort: Food and Wine Booths Are Up, a Favorite Tropical Hideaway Treat Has Disappeared, and a New Limited-Edition Mug! What’s New at the Disneyland Resort: Baby Yoda Spirit Jersey and New Futuristic Additions in Tomorrowland! What’s New at the Disneyland Resort: Indiana Jones Anniversary Merch and a Lemon Raspberry Dole Whip Float! View the full article

Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway takes lots of wacky twists and turns — after all, when you’re chuggin’ along in a cartoon train with Engineer Goofy at the helm, you can expect things to get a little kooky! Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Sign But what fascinated us the most about the new ride (which just opened at Hollywood Studios last week) is how much attention went into every detail! While Disney told us to expect a subplot and secret Easter eggs hidden throughout the ride, we didn’t fully realize what we’d be entering into! Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Click here to read everything you need to know before you ride Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway! You see, there are so many hidden Mickeys, and subtle references sprinkled throughout the new attraction. We think you’d have to have super-human powers to spot them all on your first try! ©Disney Before we get too carried away with all the special touches and extra goodies the Imagineers cooked up for Mickey and Minnie’s very first Disney park ride, we’re blowing our little wooden train whistles to let you know there are spoilers ahead — so reverse course if you want to be surprised! Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway A and B Plots Plot A Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway’s lead story follows Mickey and Minnie on their way to a picnic, but this can’t be just any ordinary picnic, right? Especially with the name “Perfect Picnic”! After all, Mickey and Minnie live in the zany world of cartoons where nothing ever really seems to go according to plan! “Mickey Mouse in Perfect Picnic” ©Disney Things start to go awry fairly quickly. As the pair of lovebirds go over a set of bumpy railroad tracks in their sporty red roadster, Pluto and a pie go airborne. This pie lands in the smokestack of Goofy’s train (of course) and hilarious chaos ensues, resulting in the screen in front of you exploding. Through this hole, you enter the cartoon world — and that’s when things start to get really interesting! Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Naturally, you’ll narrowly miss disaster after disaster as you stampede through the Wild West, visit a carnival, avoid a swirling twister, escape from an erupting volcano, and plummet over a waterfall. You can read about our first entire ride-though experience here! Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Plot B But what about that special Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway subplot we were told about? Remember how we told you Pluto and the picnic basket got ejected at the beginning? Well if you keep your eyes peeled, you’ll see Pluto trying to catch up to your train, and he’s carrying the picnic basket! After all, he’s Mickey’s best pal and he knows it can’t be the “Perfect Picnic” without the yummy food! Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Hidden Easter Eggs Similar to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge’s Rise of the Resistance, depending on where you’re seated, your ride experience may vary. We also think some of the Easter eggs will be easier to spot than others depending on where you sitting, so try mixing it up each time you board Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway! Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway The Dapper Dans In the very first scene, a quadruplet tandem bike drives by on your right side with four passengers! If you pay special attention to what they’re wearing, you’ll notice their outfits look just like the ones the Dapper Dans normally sport! If you haven’t caught this famous Disney World barbershop quartet before, try taking in one of their performances next time your at Magic Kingdom! Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Yensid Valley Watch out for a directional sign in the first and last scenes which each have one arrow pointing to YENSID valley — this is a special reference to the sorcerer’s name in Fantasia from “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice”, which is also Disney spelled backward! Numbers and Their Hidden Meaning You’ll see a lot of numerical digits throughout Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, and many hold some sort of significance. The “1928” that appears overhead as you leave the first scene refers to the year Mickey Mouse was born. You’ll also see “1901” in the sewers — a reference to Walt Disney’s birth year, and the address to the Flower Shop in the busy city street scene is 1401, which is the street number of Walt Disney Imagineering’s headquarters in Glendale, California! Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Oswald Wins! There’s a newspaper near Jackhammer Pete in the city scene with a headline that reads, “Oswald Wins!” This is a nod to Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, a cartoon character created by Walt Disney that predates Mickey Mouse! ©Disney Iwerks Waterworks As you go through the water treatment plant, there is a fountain that says “Iwerks Waterworks” — named for Disney Legend Ub Iwerks, who was the animator credited with sketching Mickey Mouse for the first time! Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway The Great Moving Ride In the carnival scene, there’s a poster advertising an attraction called “The Great Moving Ride” — an homage to the building’s former inhabitant, The Great Movie Ride! Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Miss Fortune Also in the carnival scene, you may spot a sign for a fortune teller that reads, “Miss Fortunes”. This is an additional reference to a another Disney World attraction. Once called “Miss Fortune Falls” the Miss Adventure Falls waterslide is still at Typhoon Lagoon, should you be brave enough to try it out! Miss Fortunes “Steamboat Willie” Whistle Disney had already shared with us the new attraction would feature several sound effects created the old-fashioned way, so we kept our ears open for every noise. Some of the new effects were developed using Disney Legend, Jimmy Macdonald’s, original equipment from the 1930s. In fact, the exact same tri-tone whistle originally used in Mickey Mouse’s debut cartoon in 1928, “Steamboat Willie,” was used to record the locomotive whistle sound for Goofy’s Runamuck Railway! Wooden Whistle FastPasses are now available for Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway! Just remember, since this is a top tier attraction, you’ll have to decide between riding this new attraction, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, or Slinky Dog Dash — Hollywood Studios’ other Tier One FastPasses! Have you ridden Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway and spotted any Easter eggs we didn’t mention yet? Let us know what they are and where you spotted them in the comments below! Related posts: Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway in Hollywood Studios Will Have TONS of Hidden Easter Eggs and TWO Storylines! FIRST LOOK at The NEW Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Merch Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios!! Confirmed! Mickey Shorts Theater Officially Opens NEXT WEEK in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom Entrance And, we’ve got PLENTY of merchandise, food, and construction updates for you, so let’s dive right on in! Magic Kingdom Food Updates Confectionery St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and we’re celebrating with themed treats at the Main Street Confectionery! If you’re looking for the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, then you’re going to LOVE the new Pot of Gold Cake Pop! Pot of Gold Cake Pop The chocolate cake pop is covered in chocolate coating, golden sugar, and a rainbow candy strip for an extra sweet finish. You can get your own Pot of Gold Cake Pop for $4.29… Pot of Gold Cake Pop …before having the matching Pot of Gold Apple! Um, do you SEE all that cocoa powder goodness for $10.99?! Pot of Gold Apple Celebrate St. Patty’s Day with us and read our full review of the Pot of Gold Cake Pop! Tony’s Town Square Restaurant Tony’s is switching things up on their menu! Although we’re going to have to say goodbye to the Calamari and Gnocchi (RIP), the Grilled Pork Chop has been added for guests to try. (Anyone up for a romantic meal??) Tony’s Menu Big Top Treats We are HUGE fans of peanut butter here at DFB (we could practically have it on everything). That’s why we were sooo excited to spot the Peanut Butter Chips Caramel Apple for $10.99… Peanut Butter Chips Caramel Apple …and the Peanut Butter Chips Marshmallow Wand for $4.99! Um, our mouths are watering!!! Peanut Butter Chips Caramel Marshmallow Wand Sleepy Hollow The Churro Ice Cream Sandwich was a dream come true and one of the BEST uses of a Disney Dining Plan snack credit. And, although it’s been a go-to treat for us while we visit Sleepy Hollow, the Churro Ice Cream Sandwich has disappeared from the restaurant (brb while we shed a few tears). While it’s still on the menu… Churro Ice Cream Sandwich is Still on Sleepy Hollow’s Menu …the treat has been switched out to the previous version, the Vanilla Ice Cream Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwich for $6.99! Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich Even though we aren’t sure if the Churro Ice Cream Sandwich will be back, the Vanilla Ice Cream Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwich is still a delicious snack (and another great use of the snack credit)! Vanilla Ice Cream Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwich Check out all the deets on the Vanilla Ice Cream Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwich here! Magic Kingdom Construction Update Cinderella Castle Just in time for Disney World’s 50th anniversary, Cinderella Castle is finally being painted pink AND blue to celebrate! While the castle is undergoing its refurb, it will remain uncovered so guests can still make magical memories with photo ops. Cinderella Castle Construction Although the construction cranes are a little bit of an eyesore, we are so excited to see the rosy colors coming to life! We are happy to notes that the cranes were pulled down mid-day yesterday for shows, so you should still be able to get some great castle pics. Cinderella Castle Construction We’ll keep you updated on all the construction updates of the Cinderella Castle (and you should definitely tag us in your adorable photos)! Castle Construction Want to know all about the Cinderella Castle makeover? Read all about it here! TRON Lightcycle Run The TRON Coaster‘s construction is in full swing, ready to take guests on a thrilling adventure through the Grid. While the walls are already starting to get put up for the partially indoor coaster… TRON Coaster Construction …you can also spot the track curving around the outside of the building into Tomorrowland! 2021 is going to be one of the BEST years ever in Disney World! TRON Coaster Construction Read all about TRON Lightycyle Run here! Sonny Eclipse has been in and out of Cosmic Ray‘s during his World Tour (of course), but he’s BACK, bb! And, we’re ready to jam out to his out-of-this-world tunes… Sonny Eclipse …and maybe even dance along with him to the AWESOME melodies! Sonny Eclipse Magic Kingdom Merchandise Update The Emporium The live-action Mulan film is out SUPER soon (like the end of the month, you guys!). And, although we will be wearing our floral pins and best warrior outfits to the premiere, you can also put on the Mulan Alex and Ani Bracelet! Mulan Alex and Ani Bracelet The charm features beautiful cherry blossoms and a reminder to “live with honor” for $49.99. Mulan Alex and Ani Bracelet Take a closer look at the Mulan Alex and Ani bracelet here! You can also stand out above the crowd with the electrifying Powerline Alex and Ani Bracelet! All the way from the A Goofy Movie, Max has swung into Magic Kingdom wearing his idol’s iconic outfit… Powerline Max Alex and Ani Bracelet …and showing off his best moves for $44.99! We’d be swooning if we were Roxanne!! Powerline Max Alex and Ani Bracelet Check out the Max Alex and Ani here! In honor of Mulan‘s heroic arrival into theaters soon, there’s a new merchandise collection in the Emporium that’s giving us some SERIOUS girl power!! Mulan Display in the Emporium Whether you’re wanting to look as pretty as a cherry blossom or as fierce as a warrior, you can dress up the Mulan Doll whatever way you’d like with the new set for $49.99… Mulan Doll Set …or the Mulan Funko POP! (who looks ready to save all of China). Mulan Funko POP! You can even learn the ways of a warrior wielding the Mulan Toy Sword… Mulan Kids’ Toy Sword …that lights up, so you can use it any time of the day or night! Mulan Kids’ Toy Sword For all your feisty princesses out there, they can put on the Mulan Dress… Mulan Kids’ Dress …that comes with “mesh armor” fit for a true warrior… Mulan Kids’ Dress …and a sword holder (coolest word pairing ever) for $99.99. Mulan Kids’ Dress Mulan has so many lessons to teach us, especially wearing the Loyal, Brave, True Shirt for $24.99… Mulan Loyal, Brave, True Shirt …the True Leader Shirt for $36.99… Mulan True Leader Shirt …and the Warrior Hoodie, featuring the Chinese symbols for “loyal, brave, and true” for $44.99. Mulan Hoodie This cup might be the most rare and beautiful of all in the Emporium! The Mulan Tumbler features our awesome heroine… Mulan Tumbler …and lots of cherry blossoms for $19.99. Can you see your own reflection in it?? Mulan Tumbler Take a closer look at all of the Mulan merchandise here! Although we’ve seen them in Disneyland, the Class of 2020 Socks are a perfect gift for all those grads out there… Class of 2020 Socks …and the Animal Socks are a wild way to celebrate the occasion for $14.99 each. Animal Socks The ABCDisney Collection has been making its way around Disney World (and we LOVE it). And, you can create a little of your own magic with the Dream Create Inspire Journal… Dream Create Inspire Journal …where you can let everyone know that the artistic creations inside are yours! Dream Create Inspire Journal You can come up with the newest inspirations for tomorrow (future Imagineer maybe??)… Dream Create Inspire Journal …draw your own characters or animations like Walt… Dream Create Inspire Journal …and write down your dreams or stories for $19.99. Dream Create Inspire Journal It might only be March, but with the release of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party tickets, we’re in a spooky mood already! And, the new-to-us The Nightmare Before Christmas Playing Cards seem like a great way to play one of Oogie’s games for $14.99… The Nightmare Before Christmas Playing Cards …while you think about all the ghoulish treats that will be coming to the party this year! Oooh, we’re really scared!! The Nightmare Before Christmas Playing Cards Star Traders The Disney Pets Loungefly Backpacks have been barking into stores all over Disney World! Now, Star Traders has the snuggly new Disney Dogs Loungefly on its shelves… Disney Dogs Loungefly …featuring some of our favorite pups, paw prints, and dog bones in the design for $75! Disney Dogs Loungefly Check out the Disney Pets Loungefly Backpacks here! (Yes, there’s a cat version too!) Big Top Souvenirs Riley imagines up some BIG dreams in Inside Out, but our favorite happens to be the Rainbow Unicorn (look how fab she is). And, you can channel some of her incredible style while you wear the Rainbow Unicorn Socks for $14.99. Now, we just need one of Bing Bong’s bow ties to complete the outfit! Rainbow Unicorn Socks Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Magic Kingdom! We’ll catch you next time for more merchandise, construction, and food updates! What are you looking forward to seeing the most in Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Magic Kingdom — Gummy Worm Caramel Apples, PhotoPass Camera Boxes, And CHRISTMAS TIME! What’s New at Epcot: The Return of Gourmet Flavored Popcorn and the NEW Art of Disney Store! What’s NEW at Disney Springs: The Her Universe Star Wars Collection, NEW Park Life Dooneys, and Rock the Dots Merch! View the full article

We are ALL patiently awaiting the grand opening of one of the most highly anticipated new restaurants in Walt Disney World! Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney Operated by the Patina Group, Space 220 is the upcoming table service restaurant in Epcot that will take guests on an out-of-this-world adventure complete with globally-inspired eats and an extensive wine selection. Details have been scarce, but after a few hiccups we seem to be closer than ever to opening day! And thanks to @stevenmichaelamato, the Beverage Director at The Edison, the Patina Group’s cornerstone property in Disney Springs — we now have a little taste of what we may be able to expect from the cocktail menu. Space 220 Cocktail Preview The Edison was recently the location of a private test run of the cocktails that could be coming to Space 220, and Mr. Amato shared these snaps on his instagram account! He was kind enough to give us permission to share them with you! Space 220 Cocktails While no other details have been released yet, we’re seeing lots of really unique glassware (which could pair nicely with the restaurant’s subdued flatware) and bright colors. As well as some super exotic-looking garnishes. Space 220 Cocktails This spherical accent looks like a tiny planet — and do we spy a FLOWER frozen inside?! We can’t wait to try this one. Space 220 Cocktail In case you aren’t able to snag those ADRS, Space 220 will also feature a lounge! We can’t wait to belly up to the bar and sip on some space-inspired drinks! Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney These are just prototypes of the drinks we may see at Space 220 (anything can change before opening day when it comes to mixology!), but one thing is for sure — we’re loving what we’re seeing so far! We’ll continue to keep you up to date on construction progress and an opening date as soon as it’s released! Check Out What You Need To Know About Space 220 HERE! Are you excited for the long-awaited opening of Space 220 at Epcot? Let us know below! Related posts: The Upcoming Disney World Restaurants You NEED to Know About! Are We Almost Ready For Blast Off? We Have Updates From Epcot’s Space 220! Guest Review: The NEW Tea Experience at Epcot’s Rose & Crown Dining Room! View the full article

The live-action remake of Mulan arrives in theaters on March 27th and we are so pumped to see our girl in action again! The Official Mulan Poster ©Walt Disney Studios We’ve been trying to put together our perfect premiere outfit with the Mulan Alex and Ani Bracelet and these stylish Minnie Ears, but we also just spotted A TON of new merch in Disney World inspired by the film. We didn’t know what to expect today when we walked into the Magic Kingdom’s Emporium, but we found an absolute treasure trove of swag based on China’s number one warrior. Mulan display in the Emporium The beautiful art on this tumbler for $19.99 kicks this right to the top of our “Best Tumblers to Relax With” list. The design features Mulan surrounded by the cherry blossoms that have started to bloom. Mulan tumbler While we’re rocking the tumbler, we’ll also be sporting this white shirt for $36.99. Mulan white shirt This gray hoodie features some amazing artwork on the front with Mulan in her soldier uniform and the phrase “Loyal Brave True” on the sleeve. You can grab one for yourself for $44.99. Mulan gray hoodie The kiddos get their own “Loyal Brave True” shirt for $24.99. Mulan kids black shirt Your kids can reenact all the highlights from the film in this new Mulan costume for $99.99. Mulan kids costume Every good warrior (with training) needs a legendary blade, and this toy sword will help complete the costume above! Mulan kids toy sword There’s also a Mulan doll set for $49.99. The “Two Reflections” are represented here by the soldier’s uniform and her garb as a caring daughter. Mulan doll set Of course, Mulan gets her very own Funko POP! for all you collectors out there. Mulan Funko POP! You can find all of this gear down at the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A.. Now, if you’ll excuse us, we have to listen to Mulan’s soundtrack to get hyped! Find out how you can catch a sneak peek of the new movie in the Disney Parks here! Are you excited for the live-action remake of Mulan? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: Let’s DIAL IN on New Holiday Phones Cases at Disney’s Magic Kingdom! We Literally NEED All 26 of These New ABC Mugs in Disney World! Spotted! More Mickey Balloon Merch in Disney World! View the full article

Get ready for a DCappella takeover at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon! Fresh off the heels of their first national tour and debut album release, DCappella is heading to Typhoon Lagoon this April for the Disney DCappella Beach Bash. The renowned a cappella group will perform fan-favorite Disney songs for guests as a part of this special concert series. Performances will take place daily at 2:30 p.m. from April 9 – 12, 2020. In line with the tropical island theme Typhoon Lagoon is known for, the setlist will feature “You’re Welcome” from “Moana,” “Kiss the Girl“ from “The Little Mermaid” and “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” from “Lilo & Stich.” Brought to you by H2O+, the Disney DCappella Beach Bash at Typhoon Lagoon is just another reason to add the Disney Water Parks to your spring break itinerary. If you’re planning on attending the Disney DCappella Beach Bash at Typhoon Lagoon, I recommend taking advantage of the new Water Park and Sports Option. Available as an add on to most tickets, the Water Park and Sports option lets you choose between experiencing Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon, Disney’s Blizzard Beach, NBA Experience and ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex events. View the full article

It seems a new creature was visiting Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland over the weekend! Bina’s Guide to the Creatures of Batuu And if you just so happened to be in the right place at the right time, you might have been able to snag a new Baby Yoda Plush for yourself! We were so excited to find out the Baby Yoda plush made a surprise appearance in Batuu yesterday, but now it appears the Baby Yoda Plush of our dreams has already sold out at Disneyland. According to Cast Members, they aren’t sure when this little cutie will be coming back, but we will keep you posted! The Child is still available for pre-order online, but the item isn’t expected to be available until sometime after June of 2020. Baby Yoda Plush ©Disney We have a feeling Mandalorian fans who weren’t lucky enough to get one would pay a high bounty for this adorable Baby Yoda Plush! ©Disney In the meantime, we’ll keep an eye out for the little guy and let you know if we seem him make his way back to the Disney parks anytime soon and take a look a the new Baby Yoda Plush coming to Build-A-Bear Workshops across the country soon HERE! Did you purchase a Baby Yoda Plush yet? Are you planning on pre-ordering one? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: 60-Day Advance Reservations Now Available For Oga’s Cantina, Savi’s Workshop, and Droid Depot in Disneyland! What’s New at the Disneyland Resort — New Cozy Cone, Luxo Ball Spirit Jersey, Tiki Bowls, and MORE! Disneyland Folks — Check Out the Rise of the Resistance Gear Heading Your Way! View the full article

While we already told you about the updated Rose Gold Minnie Ears that have recently flown into Disney World, we’re back to talk to you about something maybe even more important — polka dots! Rose Gold Minnie Ears That’s, right Minnie fashionistas! These we’re the only pair of mega-popular Minnie Ears to get a refresh! And while earlier we told you the Classic Minnie Ears would also be undergoing a refurb (like Cinderella Castle!), we just spotted the updated Classic Minnie Ears at the parks today! Here they are — the latest style of Classic Minnie Ears to come down the Disney World runway! Updated Classic Minnie Ears The signature red bow is a bit more full and poufier than the previous models’ while the white polka dots are much BIGGER! Updated Classic Minnie Ears Here’s a comparison of the old and updated Classic Minnie Ears side-by-side (the newer ears are on the bottom). To us, the more recent Classic Minnie Ears look fuzzier and plusher than the previous set. And actually, we think they’re really good quality! They have a really nice thickness to them! Older Version Classic Minnie Ears Pictured on Top with Newer Classic Minnie Ears on Bottom We found the new Classic Minnie Ears for $29.99 at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, but look for them to make their way throughout Disney World soon! And for more details about the new Unicorn Minnie Ears, click HERE! Which version do you prefer, the old Classic Minnie Ears or the newer ones? Cast your vote in the comments below! Related posts: NEW Classic Minnie Mouse Ears Debut at Disney World! Say Hello to New Mickey and Minnie Epcot World Showcase Pavilion Plush! Are You Ready to Rock Your Dots in 2020? New Merch Collection Arrives In Disney Springs View the full article

So many holiday treats to try at the Disney Parks, so little time! Candy Palace at Disneyland Disney World is adding more menu options at Trail’s End and Disney Springs to celebrate the holiday, but now we’ve found two new holiday munchies at the Candy Palace in Disneyland! The Easter Bunny Cake Pop and Rice Krispie Treats have hopped their way into Disneyland! The fudge chocolate (SO much fudge) is encased in a white chocolate shell decorated like the main bunny himself. Bunny Cake Pop You can try the cake pop for yourself for $4.99. Bunny Cake Pop Of course, we couldn’t leave the Bunny Rice Krispie Treat hanging. The rice krispie is coated in white chocolate and comes with a marshmallow and coconut shaving tail! Bunny Rice Krispie Treat You can snag this egg-celent snack for $5.99. Bunny Rice Krispie Treat We’re so glad the Easter Bunny came early to Disneyland this year! You can find both of these sweet treats at the Candy Palace, but we don’t know when they’ll disappear, so you gotta grab them fast. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! How are you spending the Easter holiday this year? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: Dining in Disneyland: Gourmet Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookie Treats Review: Pineapple Churro at Disneyland Resort’s Castle Churro Cart Review: Ultraviolet Purple Ears Cake Pop Debuts at Disneyland Resort! View the full article

We have been anxiously awaiting the release of the new, live-action Mulan movie on March 27th! ©Disney Fortunately, Disney knows how we love to celebrate with popcorn buckets and sippers (we can’t resist!) and we are already getting our pennies together for these new Mulan-inspired items! Thanks to our friends at AllEars.net, we got a sneak peek of these brand new items expected to be released soon! First up, check out this fierce Mulan Sipper Cup showcasing our main lady getting down to business! Mulan Sipper We’re already dreaming of how much soda could fit in there, and we love the transparent detailing of the “paper windows”. Now on to the main event: the Mulan Popcorn Bucket! Mulan Popcorn Bucket This bucket truly looks like it could hold a whole bunch of your precious popcorn, and there are even a few extra flying friends ready to defend your honor, er, popcorn! Finally, the Mulan Travel Mug shows off the lovable horse, Khan, and even has a flip-up straw! Mulan Travel Mug Mulan, we already know you bring honor to us all, but we are pumped we get to show our love with these new items (all while enjoying a snack)! You will likely find these popping up at your local movie theatres closer to the film’s big debut. We don’t typically see branded popcorn buckets like this in the parks, but if they do happen to appear in the parks, we will be sure to let you know. Need the perfect accessory to your new Mulan swag? Check out this new Mushu shoulder plush we spotted in Disney World! What do you think of the new Mulan popcorn bucket and sippers? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: DFB Video: Latest Disney Parks News — NEW Hotels, NEW Restaurants & TONS of Festival News for 2020! Disney News This Week: ALL the News and Updates from the Most Magical Places on Earth! NEWS! The Millennium Falcon Popcorn Bucket Has Landed in Disney World (In Less Than Twelve Parsecs)! View the full article

We seem to be encountering a reoccurring theme a lot throughout Magic Kingdom right now, and we’re not talking about construction like Cinderella Castle’s royal makeover or attractions being unexpectedly closed like the Haunted Mansion was earlier today! Haunted Mansion Unexpected Closure No friends, we’re talking about MISSING TREATS! First, we saw the giant Mickey Celebration Donut vanish without a trace. Then the Arendelle Aqua Cone was the next snack to suddenly go M.I.A., and now, we’re putting out an all-points bulletin for Sleepy Hollow’s Churro Ice Cream Sandwich, because it’s MISSING! The Churro Ice Cream Sandwich for $6.99 was one of our top value picks when it came to using your Disney Dining Plan snack credits wisely. We’ve pretty much been obsessed with this treat since it made its way over from Disneyland in 2018! Vanilla Ice Cream Churro Sandwich is GONE! But now Sleepy Hollow is serving an ice cream cookie imposter — albeit a delicious one! They seem to have gone back to their original Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich offering which was one of the standard snacks they had prior to the Ice Cream Churro Sandwich! We saw a sign for the new (old) Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich at Sleepy Hollow today, but it has yet to appear on the regular menu. Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich Sign at Sleepy Hollow And as you can see, the Churro Ice Cream Sandwich is still listed on Sleepy Hollow’s menu despite being unavailable at this time. We hope that means it’s just gone for now and we might see it return soon! Churro Ice Cream Sandwich is Still on Sleepy Hollow’s Menu Don’t get us wrong — the Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich at Sleepy Hollow is still a totally tasty treat and excellent use of your snack credit since it’s also $6.99. It’s just not a super-unique item like the Churro Ice Cream Sandwich was! Plaza Ice Cream Parlor (which is just steps away from Sleepy Hollow) also serves the Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich, but there’s nothing like the Churro Ice Cream Sandwich anywhere else on property! Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich We’ll keep an eye on Sleepy Hollow and we’ll let you know if and when we see the Ice Cream Churro Sandwich come back! Stay tuned for future developments! Tell us which Disney World treats you’d be bummed to see disappear in the comments below! Related posts: Churro Ice Cream Sandwich Now at Disney World! Review: Our Santa Mickey Waffle Was a Holiday Mishap in Disney World…Hopefully Yours Isn’t! Going to Disney World?? You Need Our BEST Disney Dining Plan Snack Credit VALUES for 2020! View the full article

We’ve been practicing our jig for weeks to get ready for St. Patrick’s Day at the Disney Parks! We’ve also been warming up our sweet tooth on the holiday treats, like the St. Patrick’s Day Cupcake and the Mint-Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwich. Sprinkles in Disney Springs Sprinkles is bringing celebrating Irish-style with this new magically delicious cupcake that you’ll be able to grab in Disneyland and Disney World for a limited time! We’d happily travel across the whole of Ireland to get this Irish Breakfast Cupcake. This coffee chocolate cake comes topped with green Bailey’s Irish Cream frosting and, wait for it, Lucky Charms cereal! Irish Breakfast Cupcake ©Sprinkles You can only order this special cupcake online on March 9th and 10th for $5.99. It’ll be available for pick-up or delivery on March 16th and 17th from most Sprinkles locations, including the ones in Downtown Disney and Disney Springs! Check out the Women’s History Month Cupcakes from Sprinkles here! How are you partying for St. Patrick’s Day? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: Design Your Own Bake Box at Sprinkles Cupcakes! Breakfast Cereal Cupcakes Return To Sprinkles TODAY! — See When You’ll Find Your Favorite! NEWS! TWO Favorite Sprinkles Cupcakes Flavors Return For A Limited Time! View the full article

The world premiere of Disney’s Mulan is just around the corner (and you can find out how catch a sneak peek of the live-action remake HERE!). The Official Mulan Poster ©Walt Disney Studios And while we’ve seen a lot of new Mulan-inspired merchandise roll into the Disney parks recently, we just spotted the ultimate accessory to help us release our inner warrior! Check out the brand new Mulan Alex and Ani Bracelet we just unveiled today! Its design is inspired by the classic animated film and features the lovely Mulan on one side surrounded by beautiful pink flowers! Mulan Alex and Ani Bracelet The reverse side of the charm says “Live with honor” and showcases more lovely blooms against a mint green background. Mulan Alex and Ani Bracelet Between this new Mulan Alex and Ani Bracelet and the new Max Alex and Ani Bracelet we also discovered today, we’re facing some tough decisions! The new Mulan Alex and Ani Bracelet is $49.99 at Magic Kingdom’s Emporium — where we spotted it today! Have you seen the Mushu shoulder plush? Take a look at it here! Which new Alex and Ani Bracelet design do your prefer, Max or Mulan? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Let’s DIAL IN on New Holiday Phones Cases at Disney’s Magic Kingdom! Get Your Goof Troop And Head to Disney World For This New Alex and Ani Bracelet! Let the Quest Begin! New ‘Onward’ Merchandise Has Arrived in Disney World! View the full article

We’re starting to get into the Irish spirit this week in Disney World because St. Patrick’s Day is almost here! We’ve been munching on all the new treats, like the Dubliner Burger and the Mint-Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwich. Pot of Gold Cake Pop Now we’ve followed the rainbow to a new sweet pot of gold at the Main Street Confectionery. We’ve felt incredibly lucky ever since we first laid eyes on the Pot of Gold Cake Pop! This chocolate cake pop is covered in chocolate coating and top with “gold” sugar and a rainbow candy strip. Pot of Gold Cake Pop Chocolate is one of our favorite food groups, so we’re all for taking this pot of gold for a test run! You can grab one for yourself for $4.29. Pot of Gold Cake Pop We’re doubly rich because we also found an apple version of this snack for $10.99. We can’t turn down more chocolate! Pot of Gold Apple You can grab your own lucky pot at the Main Street Confectionery. While we don’t know how long these sweets will be around, St. Patrick’s Day is coming up very soon and the leprechauns may take them back after the shindig. The Mighty St. Patrick’s Day Festival starts this week at Raglan Road! How are you going to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: What’s New at Magic Kingdom — PIZZA ROLLS, Strawberry Vanilla Ice Cream, the BEST Little Mermaid Mug Yet, and MORE! The Mickey Celebration Donut Has MOVED in Magic Kingdom! REVIEW! We’re Munching on Sven’s Carrot Cake In Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! View the full article

Okay, we know we’ve been bringing on the bummer pretty hard today what with Haunted Mansion being closed again today and now that Cinderella Castle’s refurbishment has officially begun! Cinderella Castle Construction But here’s some happy news, especially for you fans of The Goofy Movie! That’s right — we just spotted a new piece of Alex and Ani bling featuring Goofy’s lovable son, Max! He’s dressed up like rock star idol, Powerline! Max Alex and Ani Bracelet We found the Max Alex and Ani Bracelet chillin’ at the Emporium today for $44.99! And here’s even more great news — you can now get your tickets for Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary-Halloween Party in Disney World! Learn more here! Do you enjoy watching The Goofy Movie? Let us know if you’ll be picking up the new Max Alex and Ani Bracelet in the comments below! Related posts: Let’s DIAL IN on New Holiday Phones Cases at Disney’s Magic Kingdom! Let the Quest Begin! New ‘Onward’ Merchandise Has Arrived in Disney World! Briar Rose Gold Ears Debut a Brand NEW Look in Disney World! View the full article

Cruella De Vil is returning to terrorize Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this fall! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party And reservations are now available for her villainous party. Cruella will be throwing a special bash, Cruella’s Halloween Hide-A-Way, at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant from 9:30 PM through 12:30 AM during Not So Scary Halloween Parties. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way During this deliciously evil party, you’ll be able to dine on a variety of cheese and assorted canape appetizers, Halloween flatbreads and more. You’ll also be able to snack on desserts like chocolate-dipped strawberries, cheesecake, and mini cannolis. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-A-Way You’ll also get special reserved seating for the cavalcade of villains at Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade. Tickets for the Hide-A-Way are $99 plus tax per person and you’re also going to need a ticket to Mickey’s Not-S0-Scary Halloween Party. You can reserve your tickets now at Disney World’s website. You can read our full Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way review here! Are you looking forward to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? Let us know down in the comments Related posts: 12 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do At Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World! Halloween is HERE in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! Photos and Review! Is Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Wonderfully Wicked…Or A Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Mishap? View the full article

You may remember it was almost one year ago that Chef Jose Andres opened his restaurant Jaleo in Disney Springs (click here to reminisce with us a little!). Chef Jose Andres at Jaleo in Disney Springs And to celebrate their 1-year anniversary, these New Kids on the Block are celebrating the best way they know how — by throwing a Paella Block Party! A mega-size fun-fest featuring FOUR unique paellas along with unlimited tapas including Jaleo’s signature cones, gazpacho shooters, chicken croquetas, and chistorra envuelta en patata frita (spicy chorizo wrapped in crispy potato) along with Flamenco dancers, Photobooth, and a live DJ? You don’t need to twist our arms! The party’s all set for Saturday, March 21st from 11:30AM to 3PM and we’re ALL invited! ©Jaleo But our friends at Jaleo will do you one EVEN better — they want to give away two tickets to their EPIC celebration! To enter for your chance to win, all you gotta do is leave a comment on this post! You’ll have until March 15th to comment on this post to enter to win. On March 15th, we’ll choose the winner at random and email the winner. Jaleo at Disney Springs Don’t worry — even if you don’t score the free tickets, you’ll still have time to pick some up here! The all-inclusive admission for the Paella Block Party costs $99 (which includes Spanish wines, sangria, cocktails, and oysters “gin and tonic”), or you can enjoy food and a non-alcoholic beverage for $55. Kids 10 and younger get in for free! See you on the sidewalk at Disney Springs’ West Side! We’ll be the ones stuffing our faces with tasty paella! Don’t forget to leave a comment below to enter for your chance to win free tickets to the Paella Block Party on March 21st! Related posts: Jaleo is Open in Disney Springs — But What’s Up with the Disney Dining Plan Here? News! Jaleo at Disney Springs to Host A WINE Dinner! A Paella Block Party Is Coming to Jaleo in Disney Springs! View the full article

There’s a lot of booing centered around Disney World’s Haunted Mansion lately — but it’s not coming from any of the GHOSTS! Haunted Mansion You see, after the classic Magic Kingdom attraction closed unexpectedly last week, it just as inexplicably reopened yesterday. But today, the specters have suddenly stopped materializing ONCE MORE! It seems Haunted Mansion is continuing to experience some operational delays today. We had scheduled a FastPass this afternoon to drop in on our ghoulie friends to make sure everything was still groovy by them, but we received a push notification stating Haunted Mansion was now temporarily unavailable. ©Disney When we checked on My Disney Experience, the app was also showing the ride was closed at this time. The Guest Experience Team hasn’t been told if it’s down for the day but confirmed Haunted Mansion is currently down. MDX Haunted Mansion Cast Members are hoping it will reopen by the end of the day, but they don’t know for certain yet. We’ll keep you updated with the status of Haunted Mansion as we continue to monitor this developing story! Stay tuned! Read more about the Haunted Mansion closure here! Why do you think Haunted Mansion went down again so suddenly? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Related posts: These NEW Haunted Mansion Ears in Disney World Are Sure to Bring You Ghoulish Delight! Haunted Mansion Has Been Closed for Over 24 Hours in Magic Kingdom! The Major Cinderella Castle Refurbishment Has Started in Disney World! View the full article

Disney Greetings from Magic Kingdom, friends! Magic Kingdom While many guests are enjoying their spring break vacation at Disney World this week, Cinderella Castle has just started to undergo its lengthy refurb! As soon as we walked in, we noticed four large bright orange cranes were flanking Cinderella Castle as the transformation has officially begun! Cinderella Castle Refurb Initially, we were reassured when we heard Cinderella Castle would remain uncovered while the icon got its new sparkly pink hue paint job, but even we gotta admit — these construction cranes are a bit of an eyesore. Maybe if they were light blue they’d “blend in” a little better? Cinderella Castle Construction Either way, Magic Kingdom Vice President Jason Kirk’s initial statement did warn us “while temporary construction equipment may be present while Cinderella Castle receives its royal makeover, it will remain uncovered and we will do our best to ensure guests are still able to capture special photos and memories in the iconic spot.” Castle Construction A few days ago, we also reported that the moat had been drained. Drained moat surrounding Cinderella Castle We will continue to update you as progress continues on this massive refurbishment! Read all about the Cinderella Castle refurb here! What do you think of Disney’s plan to keep Cinderella Castle uncovered during its refurb? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Related posts: BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom Will Be Undergoing a HUGE Refurb Soon! Will Cinderella Castle Be Covered During Its Lengthy Magic Kingdom Refurbishment? Find Out Here! Confirmed! Cinderella Castle to Receive a New Soft Rose-Pink Hue! View the full article

Saving money on our Disney vacation may be our favorite thing to do next to eating our way into a Disney food coma! Sleeping Beauty Castle Three Disneyland discounts are about to expire soon, so if you’ve been waiting to plan your vacation, now is the perfect time to save some of that dough! Early 25% Off Rooms Offer If you’re staying at a Disneyland Resort hotel from January 5 through April 16, you could save up to 25% off your room for select Sunday through Thursday nights if you book by March 16th. Disneyland’s Grand Californian Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa Save 25% on Premium rooms Save 20% on Standard rooms Disneyland Hotel Save 25% on Premium rooms Save 20% on Standard rooms Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel Save 10% on Premium and Standard rooms If you want to know more about this Disneyland Resort deal, click here! Spring 25% Off Rooms Offer You can also get up 25% off your rooms on Sunday to Thursday nights from April 19 through June 18, 2020 until March 16th. Disneyland Hotel Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa Save 25% on Premium rooms Save 20% on Standard rooms Disneyland Hotel Save 25% on Premium rooms Save 20% on Standard rooms Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel Save 10% on Premium rooms Find out more about this Disneyland Resort deal here! 3 Days of Magic Deal Right now you can buy a 3-day ticket with admission to 1 park per day for a child ages 3 to 9 for as little as $67 per day until May 18th. Tickets are valid through May 21st. Stormtroopers and Kylo Ren on stage at Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland 3-Day, 1 Park Per Day Ticket: $199 3-Day, 1 Park Per Day Ticket with Disney MaxPass: $244 3-Day Park Hopper Ticket: $254 3-Day Park Hopper Ticket with Disney MaxPass: $299 You can learn more about this special ticket discount here! It’s a good time to get to the Disneyland Resort with these special offers. The Food and Wine Festival is in full swing at California Adventure and Soarin’ Over California has returned for a limited time! If Disney chooses to extend any of these discounts, we will be sure to let you know! Do you have a Disneyland trip all planned out this year? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: Disneyland Hotels Offer Trick or Treating and Halloween Decor Sneak Preview! ALL THE EATS Coming To Disneyland This Weekend for The “Get Your Ears On” Celebration! Disneyland Hotel Guests Can Enjoy This Exclusive Halloween Event — AND THERE’S FREE CANDY!!! View the full article

Choosing a Resort Hotel for your next vacation at Walt Disney World Resort can seem like a rather large task. Value, Moderate and Deluxe … Oh My! Which one should you choose? Our panelists have come up with some great recommendations to help you plan where you might want to stay on your next trip. Location, location and location. For members of the Disney Parks Moms Panel, this seems to be their first recommendation. Do you want to be close to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios or does it make more sense to stay at a resort with easy access to the monorail? “When choosing the best Walt Disney World Resort hotel for my family I always focus on the location,” says Angie C. “All of the resorts have so many incredible amenities and wonderful theming, that location tends to be our focus. If there are new attractions in one of the parks we’re really eager to experience, we’ll choose a resort that is conveniently located to that park.” Samantha is also all about the transportation too! “Transportation options are one of the most important things my family and I consider when we’re choosing a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel. If there are options in addition to the buses, such as the monorail, Disney Skyliner, or water transportation, it means we can be on our way to having fun in the theme parks that much quicker.” And if your preschooler is obsessed with different modes of transportation, Kristen N. recommends choosing a Walt Disney World Resort hotel that offers multiple ways to get around. “The Disney Skyliner is our favorite new way to not only get around but to also have a bird’s eye view of Mickey’s house!” Transportation is a great tip, but for Doug, it’s all about his vacation theme. “We pick our resort hotel based on setting a theme to our vacation. Sometimes we want to feel like we have been transported to an island vacation, and at other times we want to feel like we are at a New England getaway.” We all know food at Walt Disney World Resort is an important part of a guest’s vacation, but for Eean it also helps her to decide which resort to reserve for her family. “We are Disney foodies, so when picking our Walt Disney World Resort hotel, we always consider the restaurants. For convenience purposes, we tend to stay at our hotel for our evening meal, and we feel that this is a great way to unwind and enjoy being with our family while staying close to “home.” Victoria & Albert’s is still on my bucket list, so guess where we’re staying next?” For more great tips like these, or for general Disney vacation planning questions visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for an answer from one of our panelists. Panelists receive compensation for their participation on the Disney Parks Moms Panel. View the full article