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Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another DFB Video, and today we’re talking about the latest Disney news! Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Sign There’s a TON of new and exciting Disney news to chat about! We have all the deets on a new type of audio-animatronic that flies above your head, more ride refurbs, BIG news for magic kingdom and alcohol, and new FastPass tiers! Check out all the need-to-know Disney news 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: Which change you’re excited about! Related posts: DFB Video: 7 Disney Changes We Can’t Believe Took This Long DFB Video: The Best Disney Restaurants You’ve NEVER Heard Of DFB Video: Latest Disney Parks News: Holiday Decor Arrives, Galaxy’s Edge Menu Changes, and NEW Frozen II Treats View the full article

Disney Cruise Line has just embarked on an inaugural season sailing from New Orleans. This also marks the very first time that Disney Cruise Line has had a homeport in Louisiana. On the Disney Wonder’s first departure from the Crescent City on Feb. 7, 2020, the ship received a celebratory bon voyage from Princess Tiana, Prince Naveen and members of the traditional New Orleans Treme Brass Band. This cruise that has just commenced kicks off a limited-engagement season sailing from New Orleans in 2020, and Disney Cruise Line will be returning to New Orleans again in early 2021. These voyages visit the Bahamas, Caribbean and include stops at Disney’s private island paradise, Castaway Cay. Those in the area can experience the magic of having a Disney ship in their own backyard. For guests joining Disney Cruise Line from farther away, they can savor the excitement and flair of the Big Easy both onboard and ashore. In New Orleans, there’s magic around every corner as visitors recognize the iconic sights and sounds that inspired the Disney animated film “The Princess and the Frog.” Onboard the Disney Wonder, Disney Cruise Line is “gonna take you there!” with a celebration of New Orleans dining and entertainment at Tiana’s Place restaurant and a menu that draws inspiration from the flavors and ingredients of the Louisiana bayou. At the brand new French Quarter Lounge, guests are transported deeper into the story to enjoy live jazz music, sip a New Orleans-themed specialty drink and dance the night away. Throughout the days, family activities, trivia, workshops, crafts and music bring the bayou spirit of family gatherings and fun to life. View the full article

Disney Cruise Line has just embarked on an inaugural season sailing from New Orleans. This also marks the very first time that Disney Cruise Line has had a homeport in Louisiana. On the Disney Wonder’s first departure from the Crescent City on Feb. 7, 2020, the ship received a celebratory bon voyage from Princess Tiana, Prince Naveen and members of the traditional New Orleans Treme Brass Band. This cruise that has just commenced kicks off a limited-engagement season sailing from New Orleans in 2020, and Disney Cruise Line will be returning to New Orleans again in early 2021. These voyages visit the Bahamas, Caribbean and include stops at Disney’s private island paradise, Castaway Cay. Those in the area can experience the magic of having a Disney ship in their own backyard. For guests joining Disney Cruise Line from farther away, they can savor the excitement and flair of the Big Easy both onboard and ashore. In New Orleans, there’s magic around every corner as visitors recognize the iconic sights and sounds that inspired the Disney animated film “The Princess and the Frog.” Onboard the Disney Wonder, Disney Cruise Line is “gonna take you there!” with a celebration of New Orleans dining and entertainment at Tiana’s Place restaurant and a menu that draws inspiration from the flavors and ingredients of the Louisiana bayou. At the brand new French Quarter Lounge, guests are transported deeper into the story to enjoy live jazz music, sip a New Orleans-themed specialty drink and dance the night away. Throughout the days, family activities, trivia, workshops, crafts and music bring the bayou spirit of family gatherings and fun to life. View the full article

Whether you’re visiting Walt Disney World Resort on one of our recently announced special room offers or any other vacation package, it’s always hard to say “see ya real soon” on your departure day. But now, many guests will have a magical surprise to look forward to after they return home! Following a 3-night or longer stay at a Disney Resort hotel in 2020, keep your eyes on your mailbox for a newly created letter thanking you for your visit (plot twist: this is no ordinary letter). On it, you’ll find a QR code that unlocks a hidden screen in the Play Disney Parks mobile app, which offers all sorts of interactive fun and games for family and friends before, during, and in this case, after your visit. The QR code will bring to life an engaging animation in the app featuring your pal, Mickey Mouse, who will appear right before your eyes through a special augmented reality (AR) effect. Check out a sneak peek below! Afterward, you’ll also earn an exclusive “Thanks for the Magic” digital achievement in the app. Available in the Apple App Store and Google Play, the Play Disney Parks app continues to be enhanced with new ways to enjoy and celebrate the parks – from activating physical show effects and playing in-queue games to becoming a Disney trivia master, earning ride achievements and finding official Disney Parks playlists through Apple Music.** One of my favorite locations to use the app is Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, where your phone becomes your Star Wars: Datapad, allowing you to interact with droids, scan cargo crates and more (just wait until you see what happens when you hack into the Millennium Falcon). Visit DisneyWorld.com to see our latest deals and book your next vacation, and be on the lookout for this extra bit of pixie dust in the mail following your next 3-night or longer Disney Resort hotel stay! **Music streaming feature requires an Apple Music subscription. Separate Apple Music terms and conditions apply. Available for iPhone and Android smartphones. Message, data and roaming rates may apply. Availability subject to handset limitations, and features may vary by handset, service provider or otherwise. Coverage and app stores not available everywhere. If you’re under 18, get your parents’ permission first. Some app features require separate theme park admission. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone and Apple Music are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC. View the full article

In our Disney Doodles series, our Disney artists take turns imagining what different Disney characters would do or see first if they had the chance to visit a Disney park. Today, Ashley Taylor imagines what Robin Hood and Little John from the 1977 film “Robin Hood” would do if they could visit Magic Kingdom Park. “Whenever I would walk by Merida’s meet and greet in Fairytale Garden, I’d always imagine Robin Hood and Little John having target practice there,” Ashley said. “I’ll bet they would have amazing archery tournaments there.” View the full article

Lovers, friends, and artists unite for this unique Walt Disney World Valentine’s Day experience. Valentine’s Card If you are looking for a Disney-themed Valentine’s Day celebration, look no further than Disney’s Boardwalk Resort. You don’t have to be a professional painter to enjoy a romantic evening of painting, snacks, and drinks. Disney’s Boardwalk Resort is offering couples the opportunity to paint two canvases that will come together to create one full picture of a familiar Disney duo. Disney’s BoardWalk Inn This special event is priced at $100.00 per couple and includes two canvases, one will be a painting Mickey and Minnie on a hillside and the other is a painting of the castle off in the distance. They will pair together as one piece of artwork! Each package includes light appetizers and wine to enjoy as you are guided through the creation of your masterpiece. The event is happening on the big day itself, Friday, February 14th, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM with reservations available from the Community Center in advance or day of on the Terrace where the event will be taking place. If you’re not feeling the love, The Terrace also continues to play host to Canvas Painting on the Boards. Canvas Painting on the Boards This event takes place on Tuesdays from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM and we have to say we love the colorful masterpiece that is the February painting of the month! February Painting of the Month Wine, snacks, and painting? This sounds like a totally fun way to spend quality time with a loved one this Valentine’s Day! Will you be celebrating Valentine’s Day at Walt Disney World? Let us know! Related posts: Our FAVORITE New Disney Tacos Have Been Moved to the Secret Menu! Review: Meatball Sub and White Pizza at the BoardWalk Pizza Window in Walt Disney World The Ultimate Guide to Disney Villains After Hours in Disney World! View the full article

Whether inspired by a fresh block of paid time off or a fresh check from the IRS, a resolution to spend more time with our loved ones or a desire to put something fun on that costumed-goats calendar we got stuck with at the office Christmas party, all of us tend to focus on vacation planning during the early months of a new year. To help simplify the process of planning your family’s next vacation through the magic of Disney Vacation Club Membership, the Disney Files staff has gathered a few pro tips from our friends at Member Services. Go online: While Member Services Advisors are lovely, and we can certainly understand why you’d want to talk to them, many of the vital services they offer are available online at disneyvacationclub.com (Plan a Vacation tab), from making new reservations at Disney Vacation Club Resorts (beginning as early as 8 a.m. – a full hour before phone lines open) to modifying existing reservations around the neighborhood. And even if do prefer to make your reservations by phone, consider a pre-call visit to the website, where you’ll find tools that allow you to review points charts, check availability across multiple Disney Vacation Club Resorts and room types, and more. If you’re visiting the site during Member Services operating hours, you can even chat live online with a Member Services Advisor. Spend less time on the phone: While Member Services takes calls (at 800-800-9800) seven days a week (9 a.m.-9 p.m. Eastern on weekdays, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. on weekends), you’ll find the shortest wait times during afternoon hours Tuesday through Friday. Be sure to have your Membership Card handy, as you’ll be asked for information on that card. Be prepared with options: To avoid going back to the proverbial drawing board if your first choice of dates, resorts or accommodations isn’t available, have alternate choices in mind so you can quickly pivot to available options (some of which may even save you Vacation Points). Note that calling as early as possible in your booking window (11 months out from your desired check-in date at your home resort, 7 months out from your desired check-in date at other resorts) will maximize your chances of getting what you want, which is particularly critical during holidays and other peak travel periods. Wherever your plans take you in 2020 and beyond, all of us at Disney Vacation Club hope your best vacation is the one you’ve yet to take. Oh, and if you’re picking up souvenirs for Disney Files staffers, we like just about anything edible, wearable or suitable for framing. View the full article

It’s Valentine’s WEEK and here at the DFB we wanted to show our love with a huge sale at the DFB Store! Happy Valentine’s Week! Right now is the BEST time to start planning your next Disney World vacation with the ones you love because EVERYTHING at the DFB Store – all Guides, Bundles, and Gift Certificates – is 40% off with promo code DFBLOVE! Visit the DFB Store now and save 40% off everything with our special promo code DFBLOVE! Maybe you’re planning your Spring Break trip or summer vacation to Walt Disney World, or you’re making plans to visit the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival or the 2020 Epcot Food and Wine Festival — no matter what, we have a DFB Guide for you! And with a 180 day dining booking window and 60 day fastpass booking window it’s NEVER too early to start planning! From our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2020 to the DFB Guide to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival — not to mention our detailed snack-focused guides — these books are MUST reads for anyone heading to the Disney parks this year! BUNDLE for Even Bigger Savings! Our Bundles are a great deal today – you get a collection of some of our best DFB Guides that are already discounted, AND you get an additional 40% off with promo code DFBLOVE! That’s sweeter than a big box of chocolates! Looking for the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining but want to read about every single snack in the parks, too? Then check our our DFB Guide + Snacks Bundle! Get the DFB Guide + Snacks Bundle NOW! Food and Wine Festival fans will love the Food & Wine Bundle that includes the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining and the pre-order for the 2020 Food & Wine Guide (plus the 2019 edition FREE)! And if you want ALL of it — we have you covered there, too! Check out our DFB Everything Bundle— it features SEVEN of our DFB Guides for one low price! Check out the Everything Bundle! And don’t forget about the Gift Certificates — those are all on sale this week too! Just use promo code DFBLOVE at checkout! Wanna know more before you commit? See what other readers just like you are saying about our collection of DFB Guide Books at the DFB Store Testimonials Page! Remember, with a 100% money-back guarantee on all of our guides, you have nothing to lose! Visit the DFB Store today and use promo code DFBLOVE to get 40% off any DFB Guide, Bundle or Gift Certificate! Related posts: YAY! It’s Black Friday! And We’re Having the BIGGEST SALE OF THE YEAR at the DFB Store! It’s HERE! Grand Launch of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2020 Edition Start Saving NOW On Your Next Disney Trip With the DFB Store Mother’s Day Sale! View the full article

Love is all around Disney World! BoardWalk Bakery Right now, we are LIVING for all the treats out in the parks for Valentine’s Day! And, the latest heartfelt dessert at the Disney Resorts has us practically swooning with how adorable it is! Similar to the macaron we spotted in Disneyland, the Valentine’s Macaron has made its way into the BoardWalk Bakery for the holiday. BoardWalk Bakery Case Two raspberry macarons are layered with diplomat cream, fresh raspberries, and almonds. And, the sweet-tart combo is a great one! (Oh, did we mention the edible glitter that gives this even more sparkle?!) Valentine’s Macaron The macarons are sweet, but not overwhelmingly so. The diplomat cream is light and fluffy, which pairs well with the tart raspberries. The flavors are simple, but blend well; and the variations in texture (those fresh raspberries!) are welcome. Valentine’s Macaron You can pick up the Valentine’s Macaron for $6.49 (and maybe even grab some for your loved ones too!). Plus, you can check out the Chocolate Covered Cherry Cupcake for something a li’l more shareable while you’re visiting! Have you spotted the Valentine’s Macaron on the BoardWalk yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Review! You HAVE To Try This NEW Chocolate Covered Cherry Cupcake in Disney World! What’s New at Disney’s All-Star Resorts! The Disney Foodie Collection; Pixar Merchandise; and One of Our FAVE Returning Cupcakes! The Caramel Corn Funnel Cake Might Be One of Our New Favorites in Disney World! View the full article

Valentine’s has arrived in Disney World, and so have all the tasty themed treats! BoardWalk Bakery While we’ve been indulging ourselves in the Rose Cake Pop and Love Struck Latte, we’re about to get our snack on with an adorable new cupcake at the resorts. The Chocolate Covered Cherry Cupcake (!!!) is looking as sweet as ever at the BoardWalk Bakery! BoardWalk Bakery Case The chocolate cupcake has cherry filling with vanilla Baker’s cream and white chocolate hearts on top. Chocolate Covered Cherry Cupcake We could seriously eat this cupcake every day. It’s just that good!! The cake is extremely moist and fluffy (which makes every bite heaven). The cherry filling is more on the tart side, but it’s wonderfully balanced by the cake and the sweet vanilla frosting. The crispy pearls on top add a slight crunch to the treat that makes our tastebuds fall in love! Cherry Filling If you’re going to get a Valentine’s treat in the parks, this is totally worth trekking over to the BoardWalk for this holiday. Besides, it’s just so stinkin’ cute that you could make it your phone background!! Chocolate Covered Cherry Cupcake You can grab the Chocolate Covered Cherry Cupcake for $5.99. And, while you’re at the BoardWalk, be sure to pair the Mandarin Kiss as a drink with your treat! Have you tried the Chocolate Covered Cherry Cupcake yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s All-Star Resorts! The Disney Foodie Collection; Pixar Merchandise; and One of Our FAVE Returning Cupcakes! We Can’t Get Over How Cute the New Valentine’s Day Cherry Almond Cupcake Is in Disney World! Review! The Clock Has Struck Out on The Newest Cinderella Cupcake in Disney World View the full article

Construction is a BIG thing right now in Disney World since the 50th anniversary is coming up soon! Main Street, U.S.A. And, while we’re super excited for all the restaurants, attractions (Tron Lightcycle Run, baby!!), and more coming to the parks, we happened to spot a change today that gave us some major feels. You might remember that Big Top Souvenirs has been closed off and on recently (once in December and again in January) for unknown reasons. Big Top Closed (Again) And, as we stopped by to find that it’s open again (yay!!!), we made a pretty sad discovery. Where did the old adorable carpet go??? Big Top Souvenirs Is Back Open! While Big Top previously had colorful carpet that looked like stitched together tarps and was themed very circus-like… Mickey Pez Dispenser …now it’s been switched to a dark gray carpet that doesn’t match the theme like the original did. Sad face. ): New Gray Carpet at Big Top The biggest problem with this carpet (other than the fact it’s not nearly as cute) is that it makes the already dark circus tent appear even darker. Tbh, it slightly gives us the creeps with how dark it is. Big Top Souvenirs Buuut, not all hope is lost! The carpet may have been switched due to a possible flood in the store according to a Cast Member (who said that “unfortunately, Dumbo was splashing around”). The floor near the entrance to Big Top looks pretty unfinished, so we’re hoping that the new carpet is only a temporary fix. Unfinished Entrance Carpet at Big Top Please bring back the fun themed carpet, Big Top!! We’ll keep you updated on any news on Big Top Souvenirs here! And, you can keep up with all the construction around the parks by subscribing to our newsletter! Have you spotted the changes to Big Top Souvenirs? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Magic Kingdom — Valentine’s Day Treats, Lunar New Year Plushes, and SPACE Everything! Spotted! Digital Tip Boards Have Arrived in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! DFB Video: Can You Believe They Do This in Disney World?! View the full article

Grab your paintbrushes, artists! Magic Kingdom We’ve been LOVING the Ink & Paint Collection in the parks (especially those adorable Minnie Ears!) with its splashes of color and animation sketches. And, now one of our favorite merchandise items from the line has popped up in Magic Kingdom! While we’ve already seen the Ink & Paint Spirit Jersey in Disneyland, the colorful long-sleeve shirt has made its vibrant debut in Disney World! Ink & Paint Spirit Jerseys The spirit jersey features sketches of classic characters like Mickey, Pinocchio, and Peter Pan with a hint of color in some spots (almost like the beginning stages of an animation coming to life!). Animation Sketches The front features the Walt Disney World icon with its 1971 opening date… Ink & Paint Spirit Jersey …while the back has the logo in big, bold letters! Yeahhh, we’re kind of obsessed!! Ink & Paint Spirit Jersey You can channel your inner artist with the Ink & Paint Spirit Jersey for $69.99 at the Emporium! And, you can keep up with all the other Ink & Paint merchandise we spot in the parks by subscribing to our newsletter! Do you have a favorite Spirit Jersey from the Disney Parks? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: There’s A New Way to Rep Your Love For Disney Food in Disney World! These NEW Space Mountain Sweatpants Rock Our World in Magic Kingdom! Mission Control, We’ve Just Found the CUTEST Tomorrowland Collection in Disney World! View the full article

Hollywood Studios has been getting the galactic treatment recently with the grand opening of the Rise of the Resistance in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. (And, it’s basically the coolest ride EVER.) Hollywood Studios But, just like we had to say goodbye to our friends at the end of The Rise of Skywalker, we might have to bid farewell to some beloved Star Wars entertainment in the park soon. All good things must come to an end. And, the “Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away” may be playing its final show soon in Hollywood Studios! “Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away” Stage Show The outdoor show featuring characters from the prequels, originals, and sequels in the Skywalker Saga could possibly be reaching its conclusion around the time Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway opens. While nothing has been confirmed, we’re not seeing times on the Disney World website for the show beyond the 15th (that’s less than a week!). “Star Wars: A Galaxy Far Far Away” Light Side While we’re definitely sad that this show might leave us to become one with the Force, we are excited that this could possibly bring more entertainment into Galaxy’s Edge soon. There is currently only a small show featuring Kylo Ren and roaming characters (but we would be SO game to see some lightsaber duels!). “Star Wars: A Galaxy Far Far Away” Dark Side This would also possibly open up the area in front of Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway in time for its opening if it happens! While the Star Wars show is fun, we do miss being able to walk in the park and see the Chinese Theater at the end of the street. Although there isn’t an official confirmation that “Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away” will be leaving the park just yet, we’ll keep you updated with more news! “Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away” Stage Show And, you can check all the other awesome Star Wars entertainment coming to the parks by subscribing to our newsletter! Have you seen the “Star Wars” A Galaxy Far, Far Away” show in Hollywood Studios yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Hollywood Studios — An AristoCats Dress, A Wookiee Cookie, and The Rise of Skywalker EVERYTHING! Our Day Just Got WAY Better! The Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge SPORKS May Be On Their Way to Disney World! The Rise of Skywalker Exhibit Takes Guests to a Galaxy Far, Far Away in Disney World (P.S. There Are a Few Spoilers)! View the full article

Hola amigos! Cheers to Mexico! As you may know, we here at DFB love the eats and drinks in Epcot’s Mexico Pavilion. From celebrity-crafted cocktails at La Cava del Tequila to the street corn at Choza de Margarita, it’s one of our favorite places for a snack and drink. But recently, we found ourselves in need of more than a light bite — so we decided to visit an old favorite: La Cantina de San Angel! La Cantina de San Angel is Mexico’s Quick Service Location, serving up fan favorites such as tacos, empanadas, and of course, margaritas! We’ve always found it to be a great spot for delicious and flavorful eats that are beyond your standard “Burger and fries” theme park fare, but still not too adventurous for the picky eaters and kids in your group. So, are you ready to check out what we tried this time? Vamos! Atmosphere: La Cantina de San Angel La Cantina de San Angel is one of the first things you’ll see as you enter World Showcase and turn left towards Mexico. It sits on the lagoon side of the path — so if you’re lucky enough to eat here during fireworks time, you’ll have quite the view. (But keep in mind, seats fill up quickly around that time!) Outdoor Seating All of the seating at La Cantina is outdoors, but luckily it’s covered and has fans to help during the peak Florida heat. Ordering Windows Like most Quick-Service locations, you’ll use a walk-up window to order and receive your food, and then find a table. Condiment Station La Cantina has two condiment stations where you can grab napkins and utensils, as well as a few salsas for your dish. Trust us when we say you’re going to want to grab a little cup or two of these! (More on the salsas later — keep reading!) Salsas Eats: Taking a look at La Cantina de San Angel’s menu, you’ll see there’s a decent variety between all of the Mexican dishes. Menu (Click to Enlarge) La Cantina does a good job of being more authentic than your average Tex-Mex chain, but still has familiar favorites like nachos for those on the pickier side. Also, peep the mac & cheese and chicken tenders on the kid’s menu. These make it one of our favorite spots for the whole family! The kids and less adventurous eaters can enjoy classic favorites, but the rest of the party can get something a little more exciting. But what really caught our eye, was under “Sides.” A side of Nacho Cheese is only 75 cents?! WHAT!? That’s less than Casey’s Corner — a side of cheese there will run you a whole $1 for your Corn Dog Nuggets. We ordered some immediately (as is DFB law when we spot new-to-us cheese dips!). We naturally assumed this was classic Disney “Plastic Cheese” to top our tacos with and ruin any authenticity, but we were wrong. So very wrong. (KEEP READING!) Drink Menu Considering you’re in Mexico, there’s also a nice selection of Margaritas and Mexican Draft Beer. We love that the beverages here are unique to La Cantina, meaning you won’t find the exact same blends at Choza de Margarita or La Cava del Tequila. And don’t forget, if you’re on the Disney Dining Plan you can get an alcoholic beverage with your meal. Considering these margs average around $15, that’s a great use of a drink for a Quick Service Credit! We settled on our entrees, grabbed our salsas, and found a table to begin our feast. First up: a margarita, of course. This is the Avion Strawberry Margarita, made with Avion Blanco tequila, strawberry puree, blackcurrant and apertive liquors, lime juice, rum, and mezcal. Avion Strawberry Margarita While there is a lot going on in the ingredient list, the main flavor is still strawberry. We were hoping to pick up on a bit of the smokiness of the mezcal, but unfortunately, the sweet flavor drowned it out. That said, if you like strawberry margaritas, this is a very good one. But if you’re someone who prefers your cocktail on the tarter side, we suggest grabbing the La Cantina Clásica instead. Or if you’re really just here for the margs, we loved the newest additions across the way at Choza de Margarita. Avion Strawberry Margarita For our first entree, we grabbed the Pollo Cascabel. Pollo Cascabel This is a bowl made with Grilled Chicken, Mexican Rice, Corn, Cascabel Sauce, Pickled Onions, and is topped with fresh cilantro and queso fresco. Pollo Cascabel Close up This was so flavorful and delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the cascabel sauce added a tremendous amount of flavor. We also loved the acidity from the pickled onions. To kick it up a bit, we added some salsa from the condiment bar, and the Chipotle added the perfect amount of heat to the dish. This is one we’d absolutely order again — and all things considered, this is a somewhat healthier option at World Showcase. Salsa Verde and Chipotle Salsas Next up, the Taco Trio! Taco Trio This is great for the indecisive members of your family because the Trio gives you one of each of La Cantina’s tacos: barbacoa, fish, and chicken! Plus a generous side of rice and black beans. Taco Trio We quickly dove into the tacos head first, starting with the Pescado (fish)! Pescado Taco The Pescado taco is fried fish with slaw and Habanero aioli, wrapped in a homemade corn tortilla. It was amazing — the breading was nice and crispy on the outside and a mild white fish on the inside. The Habanero aioli was more flavorful than it was hot, and the slaw added a good crunch to each bite. Next up, the Barbacoa! Barbacoa Taco The Barbacoa Taco keeps it simple with just shredded beef, cilantro, and red salsa (Granted a few shreds of slaw from our fish taco ended up making it into the tortilla!). This one was excellent as well — the beef was really well seasoned and tender. We also added a bit of chipotle salsa to this one for extra flavor. If you’re not a fish person, this is the winner taco for you! Lastly, the Taco de Pollo! Taco de Pollo The Taco de Pollo (chicken) is made with marinated grilled chicken, red salsa, and cilantro. While the chicken was executed well, it wasn’t as flavorful as the beef or exciting as the fish. We felt as though it was missing something…but luckily we had just the ticket… Enter the 75 cent nacho cheese. (You didn’t forget about it, did you?) Side of Nacho Cheese Turns out, at La Cantina de San Angel side of “nacho cheese” equals a side of QUESO. Deliciously flavorful, amazingly perfect white queso. Hello, I love you. It was just the thing to add a little flavor to our chicken taco, and TBH we put it on everything else as well. Is it a tiny cup? Yes. But it’s 75 CENTS. Get two, heck get three. Treat your self friends, you’re on vacation. And we promise you will not regret it. Our Mexican Feast! Overall: Once again, La Cantina de San Angel proves itself to be a winning Quick-Service spot amid tough competition in Epcot. All of our dishes were well executed with great flavor and fresh ingredients. While it may not be the most exciting or exotic menu in World Showcase, it’s a superb option for those who want to play it safe AND those who want a little extra heat and adventure. Plus, did we mention the 75 cent queso? That right there is enough to earn a win in our book. Adios, La Cantina de San Angel. We certainly enjoyed our visit, and we will be back soon! Want more of our favorite Epcot eats? Check out this DFB Guide Video! 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! Have you eaten at La Cantina de San Angel in Epcot? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: BEST Disney Dining Plan Quick Service VALUES for 2020! This Just In: NEW Margaritas Plus Menu Changes at Epcot’s Mexico! TOP 9 Disney Dining Plan Quick Service VALUES for 2019! View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Epcot! Epcot We’ve got plenty of merchandise and construction updates to share with you, so let’s dive right on in! Epcot Construction Updates Fountain View The Epcot Transformation is officially underway with SO MANY exciting new attractions, restaurants, and more coming to the park! While Fountain View and the original Mouse Gear are both closed off for some major revamps, we can’t wait to see the redesigned entrance to Future World when it opens back up! Fountain View Construction Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! While Future World is getting redesigned, the Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster will take us on a high-speed adventure through the cosmos when the attraction opens in 2021! The indoor roller coaster will have a reverse launch into space (!!!) and 360-degree movement as the story follows the Guardians on another awesome adventure! Although we will have to wait another year before it opens, we’re super excited to see more progress made on the attraction each time we visit the park. Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster Construction Mission: SPACE Even though we aren’t entirely sure what it’s for, there’s a small bit of construction happening near Mission: SPACE (Maybe it has to do with Space 220??)! But, we can say that we’re totally in the mood to hop on the X-2 Deep Space Shuttle for a slingshot around the planet! ;D Mission Space Construction Regal Eagle Regal Eagle should be opening any day now for guests to enjoy some barbecue and burgers, on top of a visit from Sam Eagle himself! The construction is almost complete, and we can’t wait to take you with us to try the new restaurant when it opens its doors to hungry guests! BBQ, here we come!! Regal Eagle Construction Epcot Merchandise Updates Gateway Gifts Even if you aren’t traveling around the World Showcase, you can still take Epcot home with you! The Epcot 2020 D-Tech Phone Case features bright, primary colors and Spaceship Earth for $29.99. And, it’s just too cute!! Epcot 2020 D-Tech Phone Case While the Youth Minnie Mouse Spirit Jersey isn’t new, we’re LOVING the newly designed version! Although the old one featured Minnie’s face on the front and her name on the back, the new one has a silhouette of Minnie… Youth Minnie Mouse Spirit Jersey …and “Minnie Walt Disney World” on the back for $44.99. Youth Minnie Mouse Spirit Jersey Mouse Gear If you can’t get enough of Minnie (we can’t), then you might want to add the adorable Winking Minnie Shirt to your collection! Winking Minnie Shirt The back features big, white polka dots (just like Minnie’s iconic skirt!)… Winking Minnie Shirt …and the sleeve has her sweet signature for $36.99. Winking Minnie Shirt And, the Winking Minnie Shirt would pair perfectly with the Minnie Bow Leggings for $39.99, so you can look as stylish as ever! Minnie Bow Leggings Even if the day gets a little colder, you can still channel your inner Minnie with the Women’s Minnie Short-Sleeve Hooded Pullover… Minnie Short-Sleeve Sweatshirt …with Minnie Mouse ears and a bow on the hood for $39.99! It’s like a sweater and a pair of ears all built into one!! Minnie Short-Sleeve Sweatshirt And, you can even get the whole family in on the fashion craze with the matching Mickey and Minnie Jackets! Your little princes can don the Boys’ Mickey Jacket… Boys’ Mickey Jacket …with a Mickey ear hood… Boys’ Mickey Jacket …and Mickey’s iconic handprints on the sleeves! Boys’ Mickey Jacket And, your little princess can look as cute as a button in the Girls’ Minnie Jacket for $46.99! Girls’ Minnie Jacket Mom can look just as mouse-tastic in her own Women’s’ Minnie Jacket… Women’s’ Minnie Jacket …with that same Minnie ear and bow hood for $64.99! Womens’ Minnie Jacket Speaking of Minnie bows, the Girls’ Run the World Shirt has a tie-dye background with a sequin bow. Buuut, the surprise is that the bow can be switched to a different design by rubbing your hand across it… Youth Girls Run the World Shirt …so it looks like Minnie’s old-fashioned blue bow for $29.99. Youth Girls Run the World Shirt And, you can keep empowering your young girls with the “Okay But First” Castle Sweatshirt! Let them know that they should dream big (even if they say they want a castle ;D) for $34.99. Youth Okay But First Sweatshirt We’re not surprised how much we love Mickey and Minnie, but the Raised Letter Shirts add a little flair to the sweet design! You can either wear the Minnie Raised Letter Shirt… Minnie Raised Letter Shirt …or the Mickey Raised Letter Shirt for $19.99 for kids and $24.99 for adults. And, if you purchase two, they’re only $22.00 each for adults! Mickey Raised Letter Shirt Disney Traders We were SO EXCITED that Bo Peep made her return in Toy Story 4! We can’t help but feel inspired by her feisty and independent attitude (you go, girl). And, now your kiddos can too with the Girls’ Bo Peep “I’m in Charge” Shirt for $19.99! Girls’ Bo Peep I’m in Charge Shirt We’ve found the jackets to end all jackets, friends!! The Mickey Mouse Puff Vest is cozy, warm… Mickey Mouse Puff Vest …and pretty iconic (if we say so ourselves) for $46.99. Mickey Mouse Puff Vest It might be February, but you can already start stocking up on Christmas ornaments for this year! And, you can include the Fab Five in your decorations with the Oh Boy! Ornament Collection for $34.99! We’re feeling just as excited about the ornaments as our favorite friends look tbh. Oh Boy! Ornament Collection While we love bright colors, we are also suckers for some sweet pastel tones!! So, the Girls’ Pastel Winking Mickey Leggings are the PERFECT addition to any wardrobe… Pastel Winking Mickey Leggings …with rhinestones around the ears as a fabulous accent for $24.99. Pastel Winking Mickey Leggings And, they can match with the adorable Girls’ Pastel Winking Mickey Sweatshirt for $34.99… Pastel Winking Mickey Sweatshirt …and the Girls’ Pastel Winking Mickey Shirt for $24.99! Pastel Winking Mickey Shirt Even though it’s time to Rock the Dots in the parks, we’re ALL about the Minnie bows with the Girls’ “It’s All About the Bows” Tank! While the front features sparkly red bows… It’s All About the Bows Tank …the back has “It’s All About the Bows” etched onto the back for $24.99. It’s All About the Bows Tank Village Traders If you’re looking for a great Valentine’s gift for your special someone, you can pick up the new-to-us light blue Mickey Button-Down Shirt for $59.99! Um, we are digging the little flowers in the design!! Blue Mickey Button-Down Shirt France Pavilion With the Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along finally open in the France Pavilion, we can’t help but feel as hungry as ever watching “Be Our Guest” on the big screen. And, you can think about all the French eats and treats you want with the French Food Shirt! After you pick it up for $29.99, you can head to Les Halles to grab some Bubbly, Croissants, Chocolate, and Baguettes! Bon Appétit, friends!! French Food Shirt Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Epcot! We’ll catch you next time with more construction and merchandise updates! What are you looking forward to spotting the most in Epcot? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Epcot: The Return of Gourmet Flavored Popcorn and the NEW Art of Disney Store! NEWS AND PICS! Gateway Gifts Has Reopened in Epcot! Yo-Ho, It’s a Pirate’s Life for Us with MORE Redd Merchandise in Disney World! View the full article

This week, Disney Park Blog readers were among the first to learn that reservations will open later this year for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser – which debuts in 2021 at Walt Disney World Resort. The new two-day and two-night vacation is an all-immersive experience that will take you to a galaxy far, far away in a way that only Disney could create. Along with our update, Ann Morrow Johnson, executive producer for Walt Disney Imagineering, shared how this galactic adventure will unfold. Visit Jeremy’s original Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser story for more details. Also, you can now reserve access to experience Mickey’s cartoon universe like never before at Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! FastPass+ reservations for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway just became available in the My Disney Experience app for guests visiting on or after opening day (March 4). When the attraction opens, you’ll be able to enjoy the amazing world of Mickey using either FastPass+ (as available) or a standby line. Check out our earlier Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway story to learn more. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. Disney Parks Donates $1 Million to Make-A-Wish in Honor of Super Bowl LIV MVP Patrick Mahomes – After leading the Kansas City Chiefs to a Super Bowl victory Sunday night in Miami, Most Valuable Player Patrick Mahomes joined Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Bob Chapek this morning as he officially announced Disney Parks’ $1 million donation to Make-A-Wish in Mahomes’ honor. Throw It Back to the ’70s with New Wear It Proud Collection, Available Now at Disney Parks and Online at shopDisney.com – Are you a dancing queen or a disco king? This new Disney Parks Wear It Proud Collection will take you right back to the ’70s, whether you were around in that decade or not! Live your Disney Adventure: Fun for Little Ones at Disneyland Resort – With whimsical adventures and exciting experiences around every corner, now is the perfect time for your tiny-tykes to live their Disney adventures. Shopping Guide to New Fantastic Five Collection Available Now at Disney Parks and Coming Soon Online at shopDisney.com – Can’t get enough Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and all their pals? Then this new Disney Parks Fantastic Five Collection full of apparel, home goods and more will have you jumping for joy! First Look! New Marquee for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Lights Up Disney’s Hollywood Studios – Crews installed the glamorous Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway sign earlier this week, which features blinking bulbs and animated neon depictions of Mickey and Minnie beckoning you into their wacky and wonderful cartoon world. View the full article

Everyone has their own unique strategy for how they like to tackle all four of the Disney World theme parks during their vacations! Space Mountain And while many folks swear by rope dropping — the correct way to rope drop remains shrouded in mystery for many (you may not even know what a rope drop IS!). While you might think rope dropping is some sort of sacred art form passed down from generation to generation due to the way people talk about it, we’re going to make it really simple for you guys! First things first… What is Rope Dropping? The term “rope drop” can mean different things for different people, but in general, it means getting into a Disney park right at its opening time. More specifically, rope dropping for many is all about being physically INSIDE a Disney World theme park, beyond the turnstiles, before its scheduled opening. Magic Kingdom That way, you’ll be poised and ready to strike, err, we mean briskly walk to your attraction of choice as soon as Cast Members inform you it’s time to GO! GO! GO! What ISN’T Rope Dropping? We’ve heard the term “rope dropping” used a lot by folks describing getting to the parks sometime in the morning hours. While you can beat a lot of the crowds by arriving at a Disney World theme park shortly after it opens, you still have to allow time for travel and/or parking, as well as time for passing through the security checkpoints and the ticket gates which can take time. Magic Kingdom Entrance Rope dropping in its purest form takes all of these factors into account! But What About the Rise of the Resistance Elephant in the Room? So we need to make one distinction in what is and isn’t traditional rope dropping. If you’ve seen any of the madness at Hollywood Studios after the opening of Rise of the Resistance these past few months, you’ve likely heard allll about boarding groups, virtual queues, and guests showing up at the parks HOURS before the sun comes up! This, friends, is not rope dropping. It’s another beast entirely. Hollywood Studios Before Park Opening Rope dropping puts you in a prime spot to rush to those rides you want to go on most right when the park opens. With the virtual queue system for Rise, however, guests can begin to get a spot in a boarding group once inside the park at its scheduled opening time. So it’s rope dropping in the sense that you’re in the park before it’s actually open, but you’re jumping on your phone and getting a boarding group to ride later in the day. And those boarding groups go FAST! Rise of the Resistance Boarding Groups Sign Still, to ensure they’re in the park right at open to get one of the precious few boarding group spots, many guests are queueing up hours before the park opens to ensure they’re inside once the park opens. Just be warned that if you’re planning on rope dropping in Hollywood Studios, many MANY others will be too. So if you’re planning on jumping in line for Slinky Dog Dash right at rope drop, you may find yourself still waiting in an hour+ line. But, you can snag a prized Rise of the Resistance boarding group! So, pros and cons! You’ve received the full “Hollywood Studios is a little crazy right now” disclaimer, now, back to the basics of rope drop! But Why Is It Called Rope Drop? Believe it or not, the term “rope drop” comes from an actual rope that Cast Members used to control the flow of guests entering the park and goes back to the earlier days of Disneyland. Guests would be allowed into the park and allowed on Main Street, U.S.A. but Cast Members with a rope would block off entry into each land. When the park officially opened, a spiel would come on the loudspeaker announcing the park was open for the day, and the Cast Members would “drop the rope” and slowly allow guests to walk (no running!) into the rest of the park. Cinderella’s Castle with Stage To this day, sometimes you may still see a real-live “rope drop” depending on which park you visit! Each park handles their “rope drop” procedure a bit differently, but you can rest assured that many guests each day will show up to be a part of it! Why Rope Drop? Rope dropping is a great way to get ahead of the crowds and ride several popular attractions with little to no wait. It’s also a helpful way to ride popular attractions you were unable to secure a FastPass for such as Animal Kingdom’s Flight of Passage, Hollywood Studio’s Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run or Slinky Dog Dash, and Magic Kingdom’s Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. Sever Dwarfs Mine Train Plus, rides aside, it can be really nice to feel like you have the park all to yourself first thing in the morning with practically no crowds! Which tier 1 Hollywood Studios Fast Pass should you choose — Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run or Slinky Dog Dash? Find out HERE! Which Disney World Theme Parks Can I Rope Drop? All of them, baby! ALL OF ‘EMMMM!!! How Early Should I Get to the Parks to Rope Drop “the Right Way”? About an hour before the park’s scheduled opening time. That should give you enough time to get through security and be at the front-lines of the battle for rope drop supremacy. Hollywood Studios Rope Droppers in ACTION!!! What Are the Pros and Cons of Rope Dropping? Rope dropping isn’t for everyone, folks. Sure, all the cool kids are doing it, but it might not be the best plan for you and your fam! It means rising and shining earlier than what is natural and normal for many guests who are trying to have a somewhat relaxing vacay (you know, as relaxing as walking 15 miles a day can be!). Here’s how to decide if your next Disney World trip holds a rope drop or two in its future — or NOT! Pros to Rope Dropping: Experience the parks and rides before the crowds descend and the madness begins! Ride several popular attractions back-to-back with minimal wait times. Get on those highly-coveted FastPass rides (like the ones we mentioned earlier!) that you didn’t score a reservation for! Cons to Rope Dropping: Rope dropping can sometimes mean not staying until park closing the night before — you don’t want to burn the candle at both ends or you might lose some of your zest for being at Disney World and THAT would be a shame! Getting to the park before rope dropping is HARD on the body and the mind! You’re probably already exhausted from your exciting trip so far. But with rope drop, you’re going to be pushing yourself — skipping those much-needed couple hours of extra sleep, and maybe even breakfast or your cup of coffee. Flight of Passage Any Additional Pro Tips for Rope Dropping? YES! Since you’ll be able to accomplish a lot of your Disney World must-dos in the first few hours of the parks being open, we’ve adopted a get-in, get-out strategy! As each park begins to hit critical mass for the day making it difficult to roam about freely, we tend to head back to our resort for a quick nap (also because we’re starting to feel a little tired by this point!). If It Starts to Look Like This in the Parks, It Might Be Time For a Break! Or if we’re feeling particularly active, park-hop over to another resort for a while. Then we return to the park in the afternoon/evening when the crowds have begun to filter out for the day. It’s also a good time to enjoy a nice table-service meal, or take in some Disney Springs fun depending on how the mood strikes you! The view from the T-Rex and Lego side of the Causeway at Disney Springs We also can’t overstate this next bit of advice enough — rope dropping will put you at a major advantage and give you a leg up on the crowds at Disney World as long as you don’t squander it! Even though you’re sleepy, try to resist the urge to wait in a long line for coffee at Starbucks! Pack a piece of fruit or energy bar to snack on instead of stopping for breakfast. Leave less popular attractions until later in the day — only ride the essentials, people! Walt Disney World That means even if you’re really hankering for an early morning Country Bear Jamboree or are dying to spend some time in the Enchanted Tiki Room, you can get to those things done later when the park is getting stuffed with people but those attractions still have an often short wait. Time is of the essence! We hope this clears up some of the mystery and confusion about rope dropping! Now go forth and rope drop like a pro! For even more DFB tips and tricks to mastering Disney World, make sure you’ve signed up for our newsletter! Do you have any questions about rope dropping that we didn’t answer? Ask them in the comments below and we’ll get back to you! Related posts: DFB Video: The Cutting-Edge Effects and Details of Disney’s Newest Attractions! Disney News This Week: ALL the News and Updates from the Most Magical Places on Earth! How To Get Your Hands on the Starbucks “You Are Here” Disney Parks Mugs WITHOUT Actually Visiting the Parks! View the full article

If there’s a new Disney X Loungefly collection, you can bet your buttons we’re going to want to take it home! Rock the Dots Decor at Ever After And, while we’ve recently been admiring the Redd, Rock the Dots, and Mickey and Minnie Shorts lines, we’re ready to spend our latest paycheck on the ADORABLE new backpacks coming to Disney Springs! If you love Disney World as much as we do (that’s why we get along so well!), you’re going to want to add the Disney World Icons Loungefly Backpacks to your wardrobe back home! Disney World Icons Loungefly Backpacks You can pair the Disney World Icons Mouseketeer Loungefly Backpack with all your Minnie Ears and Mickey Ear Hats as you park hop! Disney World Icons Mouseketeer Loungefly Backpack The red bag features both backpack straps and handles for easy carrying… Disney World Icons Mouseketeer Loungefly Backpack …and a Mickey Ear Hat icon all over the outside and the inside of the bag! Disney World Icons Mouseketeer Loungefly Backpack If you’re feeling a bit more like royalty, you can pick up the Disney World Icons Cinderella Castle Loungefly Backpack instead! Disney World Icons Cinderella Castle Loungefly Backpack The navy blue backpack is accented with white straps and handles… Disney World Icons Cinderella Castle Loungefly Backpack …and showcases Cinderella Castle icons embroidered on the outside with the Walt Disney World logo on the inside of the bag! Disney World Icons Cinderella Castle Loungefly Backpack Um… Loungefly just keeps releasing cuter and CUTER items that we can’t resist!! You can get either of the Disney World Icons Loungefly Backpacks for $75 at Ever After. And, don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter to keep up to date on more adorable merchandise we spot around the parks! Do you own any Loungefly backpacks, and which ones? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs: Construction and Restaurant Updates, New Jewelry and Charms, Fun Star Wars Updates, and MORE! What’s NEW at Disney Springs: The Her Universe Star Wars Collection, NEW Park Life Dooneys, and Rock the Dots Merch! Yo-Ho, It’s a Pirate’s Life for Us with MORE Redd Merchandise in Disney World! View the full article

We’ve been hard at work in the parks scoping out all the latest news for you! First, a few things to remember… We have a BRAND NEW T-SHIRT LINE! If you’ve been waiting for DFB t-shirts, they’re HERE! Click here to take a look! There are a lot of BRAND NEW 2020 DISCOUNTS for Disney World Hotels and Packages, and we’ve got them all here! The 2020 Epcot Festival of the Arts is now OPEN and we shared our BEST OF THE FEST, PLUS we have ALL the menus and FOOD PHOTOS for the Food Studios! Chocolate Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwich We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… All the News From the Disney Parks Reservations for the new Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser will open later this year! <—BIG NEWS! See the latest update on the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser! FastPasses are now available for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. <—BIG NEWS! Disney’s Hollywood Studios has changed up the FastPass tiers again. <—PLANNING NEWS! Magic Kingdom dessert parties get a major upgrade. <— BIG NEWS! We shared our Ultimate Guide to Villains After Hours at the Magic Kingdom! Evening park hours have been extended for the summer at Hollywood Studios. There’s a new boozy Red Velvet Shake in Disney Springs. Guess who and what is back at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! <— SURPRISE! Check out the snacks for Pixar Nite in Disneyland. Read about all the Disney Villains After Hours entertainment. There is a new Burnin’ Hot Mac and Cheese Dog in Disneyland. We checked out what’s new at the Monorail Resorts and Wilderness Lodge. Check out what’s new at Disneyland and the Downtown Disney District. Hollywood Studios park hours extended again for March. We shared details on everything that’s closed for refurbishment this week. We looked at changes that might be coming to Disney California Adventure. Check out what’s new at Disney Springs right now. We shared new information on the Pym Test Kitchen coming to the Avengers Campus. Take a look at the nighttime view of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway marquee. Check out what’s new at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We know some of the booths returning to the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival. <—FESTIVAL NEWS! We shared new details on the Avengers Campus coming to Disney California Adventure. See where you can celebrate Easter and Mother’s Day Brunch at Disney World. There’s a new pink drink for Valentine’s Day in Disneyland. Celebrate Valentine’s and Carnevale with special drinks at Maria & Enzo’s. A new Lady & the Tramp Petit Cake is coming soon. We spotted a new Minnie Mouse bus and a new Aladdin bus. Will TRON mean the arrival of FastPass tiers at the Magic Kingdom? <— PLANNING UPDATES There was a fire this week at Disneyland! Disney World was affected by a weather advisory this week. Another countdown poster was released for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. City Works Eatery & Pour House has two happy hours and we have the details! We shared what’s new at Epcot. See what guests got when the Skyliner broke down. A Jon Bun Jovi cinnamon roll is now at Disney World. <—FUN FOOD NEWS! Bar Riva has updated the kids’ menu! The burger of the month is Disneyland is the Holy Mole Burger. There’s a discount in Disneyland for National Pizza Day. Celebrate ‘Cinderella’ with a new afternoon tea party in Disneyland. New Mickey and Minnie cookies are coming to Disney Cruise Line. Jaleo has added an additional night for its truffle dinner. See how to win a Galentine’s Day date at Disneyland. We shared what’s new at Saratoga Springs, Old Key West, and Port Orleans. Check out what’s new at Disneyland Resort. We shared an update on what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. You can get a professional photo shoot at Disney World for $50! We shared details on when new shows are coming to Disney+. Hong Kong Disneyland and Shanghai Disneyland could be closed for up to two months. FastPass is coming soon to two more Disneyland attractions. Find out when season 2 of ‘The Mandalorian’ is coming. Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Disney Springs with new eats. There’s a new scavenger hunt in Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland. Check out what’s new at Animal Kingdom Lodge, Caribbean Beach, and Disney’s Riviera Resort. We talked about the latest and greatest Disney World restaurants you might have missed. We shared what’s new at the Magic Kingdom. See how to score a free trip to Disneyland. The new sign was installed for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. Check out what’s new at Pop Century and the All Star Resorts. There is a lobster dinner for two for Valentine’s Day in Disney Springs. Slinky Dog Dash or Millennium Falcon — which FastPass should you choose? Soarin’ Over California is returning to Disney California Adventure. See what the Super Bowl celebration was like at the Magic Kingdom. Find out how you can see the progress on the new island for Disney Cruise Line. We shared the unique hiring process for Avengers Campus. See how easy it is to get the Kakamora Float at the Magic Kingdom. You’ve got to see this massive Star Wars-themed basement. Big Thunder Mountain is closing for refurbishment. Find out how to win a night in the Cinderella Castle Suite. We shared a Pixar recipe for Bao. Disneyland After Dark’s Sweethearts’ Nite is selling out. DFB Reviews These new beignets in Disneyland are a must for chocoholics! Check out ALL the reviews from Villains After Hours HERE! <—ALL THE REVIEWS! We reviewed the new Sweetheart Cupcake in Disneyland. We checked out the Enchanted Rose Milkshake at Disney World. There’s a Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry Latte at Disney World! Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a new cupcake at Wilderness Lodge. Check out this glittery cocktail we found! We reviewed the just-opened City Works Eatery & Pour House in Disney Springs! <— NEW RESTAURANT! There’s a new Valentine’s Day ice cream sandwich in the Animal Kingdom. Check out the new Cherry Almond Cupcake at Disney World. We reviewed the new Cinderella Carriage treat at Disney World. Check out these heart-shaped whoopie pies! We reviewed the chocolate covered strawberries in Disneyland. There is a new Olaf Oreo Cheesecake in Epcot. We ranked all the new Cinderella treats in Disney World. We reviewed a heart-shaped macaron in Disneyland. Check out the Milk & Cookies Cupcake at Disney World. We reviewed the new exclusive gelato flavor at Disney’s Riviera Resort. Check out the new giant pretzel and adult sundae we reviewed. We reviewed a strange new Cinderella treat at Disney World. We enjoyed this new drink at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We checked out a new wine and boba drink at Disney World. We reviewed the new Mulan Cupcake. Take a look at this cute Gus Gus Cupcake we reviewed. Disneyland has a cute new ice cream bar for Valentine’s Day. We reviewed the new Mandarin Kiss at Disney World. Check out the new Cinderella treats including a new cupcake, a cake pop, a new ice cream treat, and a Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo Cake. We spotted a new Valentine’s Day donut. We reviewed Carnevale at Maria & Enzo’s. Must-Have Merchandise The Figment Slap Bracelet MagicBand is back at Disney World! <— SLAP BRACELETS ARE BACK! Check out the new Tommy Bahama shirts. Take a peek at all the merchandise for the Disney Villains After Hours. The Oogie Boogie Sipper has made its way to Disney World. There’s new Pixar-themed Dooney & Bourke collection. We spotted a new Marvel Spirit Jersey in Disney World. You’ve gotta see the newest pair of $600 Mickey Ears! Check out these Orange Bird Minnie Ears that are coming soon. We spotted some new vintage MagicBands at Disney World. The Ink & Paint Minnie Ears have arrived in Disneyland and Disney World. The new Steamboat Minnie Popcorn Bucket is now in Disneyland. <— CUTE! Check out this new Baby Yoda tiki mug we found. There are new Annual Passholder charms from Pandora. You’ve got to see the fun surprise with this new Epcot tumbler. A new collection of Space Mountain Wishables has arrived. Check out these new Danielle Nicole purses. Take a look at the Muppets merchandise at Disney World. We shared details on new Ink & Paint merchandise in Disneyland. Check out this fun new line of merchandise we spotted. A new Millennium Falcon charm is coming from Pandora. We found some artsy new D-Tech phone cases at Epcot. We checked out the new Rustic Cuff store in Disney Springs. There’s a cute new Baby Yoda backpack that you’ll love. NEW DFB YouTube Videos 12 Weird Disney Rules and Why They Exist 12 Rookie Mistakes You Should NOT Be Making in Disney World in 2020 4 Things Disney Fans Freak Out About Each Year! 9 Brand New Updates in Disney World That Will Affect Your Trip New DFB Video — 9 Brand New Updates in Disney World That WILL Affect Your Trip Have you subscribed to the DFB YouTube Channel? We’ve got FOUR brand new videos EVERY WEEK showcasing our adventures in Disney World and Disneyland! This week, we’re sharing our latest video: 9 Brand New Updates in Disney World That WILL Affect Your Trip — and don’t forget to subscribe here.  Deal of the Week: Order the 2020 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining for 25% off It’s time to order the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2020 e-book! Get the 2020 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining With over 700 pages of full-color photos, tips on the best restaurants, an ENTIRE chapter on snacks — including the best snack credit values throughout the parks and resorts — and a full break-down of whether the Disney Dining Plan is worth it for your family, now’s the time to get started! What’s in the DFB Guide? The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full to overflowing with tools and features to make your trip go smoothly, including: A 5-Step Strategy for Disney Dining Planning, covering everything you need to know from budgeting and booking to kids’ meals, dining discounts, and fireworks. A comprehensive and in-depth look at EVERY Disney World restaurant, kiosk, bar, and lounge, including our personal tips to ensure a positive and stress-free dining experience. Four free, downloadable worksheets for planning your trip. These worksheets are designed to help you execute all the steps of planning the perfect Disney dining experience. And they’re reusable for all of your future trips! Seven sample one-day dining itineraries for a head-start on planning. A comprehensive index of bars and lounges WITH reviews. An often under-appreciated option for both dining and entertainment, the e-Book devotes a whole index to the topic. The ability to be read on your mobile device or computer! It’s fully portable right in your pocket! You can order your copy today for 25% off the cover price! Just use code WDW2020! On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared this cute Mickey Mouse jelly bean dispenser. WDW for Grownups shared 5 adventure bars you don’t want to miss. Disney Parks Blog shared a look at dishes from the Epcot Festival of the Arts. Disney Family shared a recipe for Steamboat Willie Cupcakes. Don’t Miss ANY Disney Food News! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Related posts: Disney News This Week: ALL the News and Updates from the Most Magical Places on Earth! Here It IS!! The ULTIMATE LIST of Upcoming Disney Attractions, Rides, and Restaurants WITH Opening Dates!! Disney NEWS This Week! The Latest and Greatest AND MUST-READ News From The Most Magical Places On Earth! View the full article

Don’t be fooled by the Mint Julep Bar’s innocent appearance in Disneyland! Mint Julep Bar True Mickey Beignet-aficionados know that this is, in fact, the holy land of the little fried doughy delights! And while the Chocolate Mickey Beignets aren’t on the Mint Julep Bar’s menu — we know they’re IN THERE! And we’ve come a-knockin for ’em! We were actually just here last week to review the Mint Chocolate Mickey Beignets, and now we’re back to try its hopefully-equally yummy brother, the Chocolate Mickey Beignet! Chocolate Mickey-shaped Beignet And like we said earlier, you won’t find these chocolatey dudes on the menu. So for now, you’ll just need to ask a Cast Member for them! Chocolate Mickey-shaped Beignet To us, they taste like the same classic Mickey Beignets the Mint Julep Bar is famous for, tossed with cocoa powder and sugar! Ours were deliciously soft and just a little warm still! The cocoa powder added a nice richness and the dusting of sugar was the perfect touch of sweetness to balance out the flavors! Chocolate Mickey-shaped Beignet You’ll get three Chocolate Mickey Beignets for $5.49. If you’re a chocolate lover and a fan of classic Mickey Beignets, you should definitely swing by and try them OUT! 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!! What do you think of the Chocolate Mickey Beignets? Yea or nay? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Stop Everything! We’re Loving These NEW Mickey Beignets in Disneyland! There’s a NEW Place to Get Mickey Beignets in Disneyland Resort! Yea or Nay to the Watermelon Chili Lime Beignet at the Mint Julep Bar in Disneyland? View the full article

Can you believe Valentine’s Day is less than a week away in Disney World?! Happy Valentine’s Day! We’ve been sharing the love and the details on Valentine’s Day menus, ALL the festive treats, and even a Lobster Dinner for Two coming to Disney Springs this year! And, we’re ready to celebrate like the Irish with even more sweets popping up for the holiday! Raglan Road is transforming to one of the most romantic spots in Disney World with a special dessert pairing on Valentine’s Day only! Raglan Road You can share a special night with your loved ones while you dine on the Black Forest Bombe, which is made of dark chocolate cake, cherry chocolate mousse, kirsch crème brulee, and tart cherry sorbet… ©Raglan Road …or the exclusive Bailey’s Red Velvet Iced Shake (but you might want this one all to yourself!). And, while you’re there, you can still try some of the regular and late-night menu items for a full evening of food and fun! ©Raglan Road You can call 407-938-0300 or visit Disney World’s website to make reservations. And, you can keep up with all the other Valentine’s Day offers in Disney Springs by subscribing to our newsletter! Will you be heading to Raglan Road for Valentine’s Day? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: REVIEW: The Great Irish Hooley Is A Flavorful Fest Over at Raglan Road in Disney Springs! NEWS! The Disney World City Works Menu Is Here (And We’re Ready for Some Fried Cheese)! UM, YUM! This Lovable Valentine’s Drink Is Back in Disney World! View the full article

While we’ve taken you along with us to the totally tubular 80’s Nite AND given you a sneak peek at Sweethearts Nite coming soon… Pixar Pier …we’re about to spend an evening with our best pals at Pixar Nite in Disney California Adventure! And, we’ve got all the details on the merchandise, entertainment, food, and more coming to the Disneyland After Dark event here! On March 5th from 9 PM until 1 AM, you can hang out with your favorite Pixar characters as you party all night long (and get to ride the attractions with shorter wait times) at Pixar Nite! ©Disney We’re ready for a scary good time when Mike, Sulley, and other monsters from Monsters, Inc. and Monsters University boogie on down to a DJ spinning tunes for a record-breaking Scare Day! ©Disney You can visit them throughout the evening at Hollywood Land before make your way over to Paradise Gardens Park to give your best superhero pose at the Incredibles Party Zone. And, be on the lookout for Edna Mode ’cause she’ll be judging a “Super Looks” fashion walk where you can strut your stuff on the runway. (Just remember: no capes!!) Edna Mode If that’s not AWESOME enough, you can even meet friends like Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Merida, Miguel, and Flik while you’re at Pixar Nite. ©Disney Plus, there are even a few photo backdrops inspired by Pixar films and shorts that are definitely Insta worthy!! Who wouldn’t want to step into “For the Birds” and “Geri’s Game” for some of the cutest snaps EVER? And, don’t forget! You can take as many pics as you’d like since you’ll receive an unlimited amount of digital downloads from the Disney PhotoPass photos taken throughout the night! Last, but not least (our favorite part tbh), Pixar Nite will be serving up an entire menu of themed eats and treats during the event! You can savor the Corn Dog Barbecued Pork Belly with Barbecue Sauce and Pineapple or satisfy your sweet tooth with the Blueberry and Vanilla Shake and the Chocolate and Coffee-flavored Sponge Cake. Do you think Remy lent a helping hand in cooking up the food for this year?? ©Disney Pixar Nite is going to be an evening filled with SO MUCH entertainment, food, merchandise (exclusive tee and tumbler, here we come!), and fun for the entire family! You can purchase tickets and check out all the other deets on the Disneyland website. Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be going to Pixar Nite this year? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: We’re Live From Lunar New Year in Disney California Adventure! What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Retro Platform Crocs and a SIMBA Popcorn Bucket! What’s New at the Disneyland Resort and Downtown Disney: Haunted Mansion Refurb and the Best Popcorn Bucket EVER! View the full article

The Festival of the Arts is still going on in Epcot, and we’re spotting its mascot, Figment, all over the place! Figment! If you love this little purple Figment of our Imaginations as much as we do, you’ll be excited to hear that one of the CUTEST items featuring our favorite dragon is BACK in Disney World! The Figment Slap Bracelet MagicBand had a brief foray onto Disney World merchandise shelves a few months ago, but was quickly pulled for unconfirmed reasons. Today, we spotted it being restocked in Hollywood Studios. (Yaaaas!) Figment Slap MagicBand The slap bracelet MagicBand features little Figment horns… Figment Slap MagicBand …and portraits of our favorite purple dragon! Um, can we please be as photogenic as Figment?? Figment Slap MagicBand This version of a Disney MagicBand can be super helpful for kiddos, who often snag their regular MagicBands, open them up, and lose them. A slap bracelet has the potential to stay put much better than a standard issue MagicBand. We are SO happy to see the Figment MagicBand back on the shelves for $24.99! You can keep up with all the returning and new merchandise coming to Disney World by subscribing to our newsletter! Have you picked up the Figment Slap MagicBand in the parks yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Hollywood Studios — An AristoCats Dress, A Wookiee Cookie, and The Rise of Skywalker EVERYTHING! We’re Totally Adding This NEW Dress in Disney World to Our Collection! Attention, All Foodies! You’re Going to LOVE This New Food Merchandise in Disney World! View the full article

The Muppets are going through a time and a half right now with the recent farewell to The Muppets Present… Great Moments in American History, announcement of Sam Eagle’s Regal Eagle takeover, and the refurbishment of Muppet*Vision 3D! Muppet*Vision 3D But, it’s time to play the music and light the lights ’cause Muppet*Vision 3D is back and better than ever, baby! And we also get to say Hello, Again to our favorite fountain friend, who’s also back (though not yet in action). While Muppet*Vision has been closed since January 27th, it’s back open today for guests to become a part of the Muppet Show themselves! Muppet*Vision 3D But, the show wasn’t offering FastPasses when we were there, so wait times might be a bit longer than usual. And, while you’re over there, make sure to stop in the Muppet Courtyard because… (drum roll please)… the Statue of Miss Piggy has returned, like a phoenix rising from the ashes! Statue of Miss Piggy While the famous statue disappeared from its spot across from the Gonzo Royal Flush restrooms last week (probably to go give Kermit a smooch), Miss Piggy is back to guide us “home” to Muppet*Vision 3D! Now, she’s dry at the moment — the fountain isn’t running — but at least she’s back in her rightful place! We’re so happy to see the comeback of both Muppet*Vision 3D AND the Statue of Miss Piggy in Hollywood Studios! Now, if you’ll excuse us, we’re going to grab some 3D glasses to enjoy the show! ;D Muppet Courtyard You can keep up with all the news about the upcoming attractions (Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, anyone??) and renovations in Hollywood Studios by subscribing to our newsletter! Have you been on Muppet*Vision 3D before? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: You’ll Never Guess Who’s Missing From Disney World Today! NEW Insta-Worthy Nighttime Magic Shots Are Coming to Disney World Soon! NEWS! Those Summer Nights in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Just Got Better with MORE Extended Evening Hours! View the full article

Extra Magic Hours can be AWESOME when you want to ride your favorite attractions before park opening and after park closing in Disney World! Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Sign And, even though we gave you the deets on Hollywood Studios extending its hours at the beginning of this year AND through March, now you can party all summer long with another set of Extra Magic Hours! According to Disney World’s website, the hours in Hollywood Studios have been extended through August! On Sundays, guests will be able to stay in the park for two extra hours from 9 PM until 11 PM to hop on their favorite rides, hopefully including Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway opening in a few weeks! Hollywood Studios Extra Magic Hours But, just a warning for all you Rise of the Resistance fans: the attraction usually isn’t open during Extra Magic Hours (even though a Padawan can dream that they’ll change that)! So, if you want to join the Rebel Alliance to battle the first order, you’ll need to get there earlier in the day to snag a Boarding Pass. Rise of the Resistance Extended hours at Hollywood Studios seem to be sticking around a lot longer than first expected! With all these new experiences in the park, we’re glad to have a few extra hours to get some rides in! Check out EVERYTHING you need to know about getting a Rise of the Resistance Boarding Pass here! Are you going to take advantage of the extended hours in Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: NEW Insta-Worthy Nighttime Magic Shots Are Coming to Disney World Soon! DFB Video: Can You Believe They Do This in Disney World?! Star Wars Hotel Construction Update: See What Disney World’s Galactic Starcruiser Looks Like Now! View the full article