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Aloha! We’re excited to announce that ABC’s “American Idol” will return once again to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, soon to film its showcase round. The all-new season of ABC’s “American Idol” begins Sunday, February 16 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST). Stay tuned every week to catch the episode filmed at Aulani Resort, and see contestants enjoy a Hawaiian paradise with a touch of magic. Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa is nestled in Ko Olina, Hawai‘i a respite from the busy and frequently visited locations of other Hawai‘i destinations. It’s a place where guests can connect to nature and the culture of Hawai‘i, a fitting backdrop as new American Idol contestants share their own authentic voices. Just as the American Idol contestants work with mentors to hone their craft, the Walt Disney Imagineers worked in partnership with local artisans and cultural experts to create Aulani when the resort was originally built among 21 oceanfront acres. The resort is inspired by the natural beauty and rich traditions of Hawai‘i and celebrates the culture, history and welcoming spirit of the islands. The episode will feature the American Idol all-star judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, along with Emmy-winning producer and host Ryan Seacrest, and multimedia personality and in-house mentor Bobby Bones, as they experience Aulani and contestants compete to become the next American Idol. View the full article

Do the chilly winter days have you wishing for warmer weather? They sure do for me! When the cold starts creeping in, what better way to escape than by taking a Disney cruise to warm, tropical destinations? Whether it’s a weekend getaway or week-long adventure, Disney Cruise Line has a variety of tropical ports in the Bahamas and Caribbean that make for the perfect sun-filled (and fun-filled!) escape to get your family through winter. Cozumel Immerse yourself in the culture and beauty of one Mexico’s most popular destinations, Cozumel. The thick green jungles and tranquil lagoons offer a unique setting for this unforgettable destination. Explore ancient Mayan ruins, taste your way through the island’s delectable cuisine and encounter marine life as you snorkel and scuba dive. Here, there’s something for every kind of adventurer! St. Thomas Explore the natural beauty of this island getaway! In St. Thomas, experience stunning beaches, lush landscapes and scenic views. This beautiful destination is perfect for relaxation, but there are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy – including golf, snorkeling and shopping. Castaway Cay Experience tropical paradise at one of my favorite places, Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. A day at Castaway Cay takes relaxing on the beach to a new level – with a touch of Disney magic, of course. Go sailing, paddle boarding or kayaking with your family, followed by a delicious lunch at Cookie’s BBQ. Or, sit back and relax at Serenity Bay while admiring the crystal blue waters of the Bahamas. With all the ingredients for the perfect beach day, all you need to think about is when to reapply your sunscreen. There are even more ways to enjoy fun in the sun aboard a Disney Cruise! You can delight in the warm weather as you watch your favorite Disney movies poolside or take an exhilarating ride in the AquaDunk or AquaDuck! Once you’ve worked up an appetite, the open air of the upper deck is the perfect place to soak up some rays and enjoy a midday snack (ice cream, anyone?). Aboard a Disney cruise, there are countless ways to relax and bid those “winter blues” goodbye! So, are you thinking what I’m thinking? It’s time to say, “Goodbye, Winter … Hello, #DisneyCruiseLife!” Learn more about Disney Cruise Line and where we’re sailing this winter by visiting DisneyCruise.com. View the full article

Since 2013, golf enthusiasts have enjoyed exclusive benefits with the Disney Golf Player’s Club membership program, including frequent and easy access to our Walt Disney World Golf courses and PGA instructors. This January we’re expanding and enhancing the opportunity for golf lovers to hone their game with the introduction of The Player’s Club 2020 membership program. The new program provides more flexible pricing and incremental benefits, so whether you’re a beginner or a pro, there’s a membership for you! The Silver Membership ($29/month or pre-paid $319/year) is perfect for those who golf on occasion or are new to the sport. Silver members receive access to book reservations up to four days in advance, access to the practice facilities, one large basket of range balls per day, complimentary instructional clinics and discounts on food and drink, merchandise and additional range balls. The Gold Membership ($39/month or pre-paid $429/year) is most similar to the pre-existing program and includes all the Silver Membership benefits, as well as walk-up availability within 15-45 minutes of open tee times, bonus morning access times at special rates, one additional large basket of range balls per day, two complementary clinic guest passes every month and a $5 discount on all Player’s Club Events. Frequent golfers can enjoy maximum access and benefits with the Platinum Membership ($69/month or pre-paid $759/year). In addition to the Gold Membership benefits, Platinum members receive unlimited buckets of range balls, two additional complimentary clinic guest passes every month, three guest rounds per month at their same rate and complimentary play at Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course after 12 p.m. daily. Current Player’s Club members, or those interested in the program, can visit https://www.golfwdw.com/players-club for more information. See you on the course! View the full article

While we shared with you yesterday the new Baby Yoda Card is now available at LovePop in Disney Springs, we just had pop over there today and see it IRL! LovePop in Disney Springs And while when we were there, we spotted SOOOO many cute cards that we just had to share them with you! Y’all ready for this —’cause here they come! This first Valentine’s Day card caught our attention with its claw holding a heart… Toy Story Alien Valentine’s Day Card That’s right! This adorable Toy Story Alien Valentine’s Day Card is the sweetest way to tell your honey, “I choose YOU!” Toy Story Alien Valentine’s Day Card We also found this adorable Mickey and Minnie Valentine’s Day Card too cute for words! Mickey and Minnie Mouse Valentine’s Day Card Especially when we opened it up and saw the two of them smooching! Aww, you guys are just the cutest couple EVER! Sadly, this card is currently out-of-stock at the store, but a Cast Member told us more should be on the way! Mickey and Minnie Valentine’s Day Card We were also great admirers LovePop’s extensive Star Wars Valentine’s Day Cards, like the Darth Vader Valentine’s Day Card we showed you earlier! Star Wars Valentine’s Day Cards You can ask your true love, “Will you BB my valentine?” with this adorable BB-8 Valentines’ Day Card! BB-8 Valentine’s Day Card When you open it up, he’s waiting there holding a red rose and a heart! Don’t you just want to give him a big hug? BB-8 Valentine’s Day Card And this next LovePop card says “Be my valentine, you will!” Oh, you’ll see what we mean in a sec! Cupid Yoda Valentine’s Day Card When you open ‘er up, a Cupid Yoda pops up, complete with bow and arrow! We’re totally lovestruck! Cupid Yoda Valentine’s Day Card If you’re looking for a card to give to some for a special occasion OTHER than Valentine’s Day, LovePop’s got your back! We found the front of this card very perplexing… What could a piñata head and a lightsaber have in common??? Star Wars Card Oh, NOW we get it! Darth Vader was whacking it WITH his lightsaber, while Obi-Wan’s holding it for him! Um… okay! Seems a little weird, but why not?! Star Wars Card We also saw this sweet-looking card to give to the Star Wars fan in your life! Star Wars Card We love how the design it features from the original 1977 Star Wars poster pops right up as you open it! Star Wars Card Last but not least, we’re obsessed with this adorable Ewok Card! Ewok Card When you open this little guy up, it’s like you’re magically transported to Endor’s Ewok village! So NEAT! Ewok Card All of the cards we’ve shown you here cost $15. And if you can’t make it down to Disney Springs before Valentine’s Day, all of these cards are available online as well! If you’re looking for even more gifts to give your sweetie this Valentine’s Day, check the new Valentine’s Day MagicBand and “Couple Forever” Pandora Charm! Will you be picking up any of these LovePop cards to give to your loved ones? Let us know which ones are your favorites in the comments below! Related posts: THIS IS The Baby Yoda Valentine’s Day Gift You’ve Been Looking For in Disney World! Star Wars Fans: Get Ready for a Triple Force Friday Shopping Spree in Disney Springs! Stop the Presses! These NEW Baby Yoda MagicBands, Phone Cases, and MORE Are MUST-Gets For Mandalorian Fans! View the full article

The opening of the newest Disney Pixar film, Onward is just weeks away! We’ve been waiting for this moment especially after seeing a sneak peek at the 2019 D23 Walt Disney Studios Panel! ©Walt Disney Studios If you happen to be at Disney World, Disneyland, or aboard Disney Cruises in the next month or so, you can get a special first-look at the film! Beginning February 7th, guests can be among the first to see footage from the upcoming film. At Disney World, screenings will be held as part of ‘Walt Disney Presents‘ in Hollywood Studios. Disneyland guests can catch the sneak peek in the Tomorrowland Theater. And if you happen to set sail on the Disney Cruise Line, there will be special showings on select sailings in February and March! ©Walt Disney Studios The newest Pixar film tells the story of two teen brothers on a quest to correct a magic spell gone wrong, as they spend one more day with their father, well, at least partly! Onward opens in theaters on March 6th! Take a closer look at Onward in the video Disney shared below.  Are you excited to see Onward? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Disney News This Week: ALL the News and Updates from the Most Magical Places on Earth! Let It Glow! NEW Mickey Jingle Bell Holiday Glow Cubes At The Disney Parks Are LIT! NEW Rise of the Resistance Merch Coming to Disney Parks TOMORROW! View the full article

Summer can’t come fast enough at World Showcase! With the massive transformation happening in Epcot over the next couple of years, it’s exciting to see some progress as we near the opening of some really neat attractions and dining offerings! France Pavilion During Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival With the highly anticipated opening of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure in the France Pavilion, we also have our sights set on a new restaurant that showed some signs of life today! L’Artisan des Glaces shared a photo today indicating that they are hard at work preparing for the opening of La Crêperie de Paris, the newest dining destination in Epcot’s France Pavilion! Instagram: @artisandesglace Today, they are testing French Hard Ciders for the upcoming Creperie de Paris. So hopefully that means we will see an awesome selection of French Hard Ciders to go along with our crêpes when the new spot opens. Creperie Concept Art ©Disney La Crêperie de Paris, which is set to be both a Table-Service and Quick-Service restaurant, is set to open this summer!! The menu was created by celebrity chef Jérôme Bocuse, and as the name implies, the location should be servin’ up some yummy crêpes! Gahhh, we can’t wait to try them out. While we don’t have an official opening date yet, we will be sure to let you know as soon as we do! Get all the La Crêperie de Paris details here! What are you most excited to see in this ‘new’ Epcot? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Review: Staying Cool at L’Artisan des Glaces in Disney World’s Epcot Tips From the DFB Guide: Do I Need Advance Dining Reservations During the Epcot Food and Wine Festival? NEWS! You HAVE to See the New Addition Remy’s Been Cooking Up in Epcot! View the full article

Disney World is not only the Most Magical Place on Earth, but it can also be one of the whackiest! Marketplace Co-op And, although we keep you up to date on all the news and reviews from the parks, we spotted something pretty unique in Disney Springs that we just HAD to share with you! ;D If you’re making your way over to the Marketplace Co-Op to check out The Dress Shop or the WonderGround Gallery, you can also stop by to get a shave or haircut too! (Wait, whaaaat??) Art of Shaving Location Yep, while you check out clothing, art, and more you can currently watch folks getting a trim or a shave…in the middle of the store. There’s actually an explanation for it though! While the barbershop side of Art of Shaving is closed for refurbishment in Disney Springs, they’ve set up a temporary location inside the Marketplace Co-Op! The Art of Shaving set up shop previously in the Marketplace during Dapper Day to accommodate more guests. Buuut, the location will be available this time around through the end of the month as the construction finishes! Art of Shaving Location So while this is may seem a bit unusual to stumble upon while shopping, it is temporary. If you’re looking for a haircut NOT in the middle of an art gallery though, remember you can schedule haircuts in Magic Kingdom over at Harmony Barber Shop. And kiddos can always book a makeover of their own at one of 3 Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique locations at Disney World! And, you can keep up with all the awesome and different things happening around the Disney Parks by subscribing to our newsletter! Will you be getting a shave in the Marketplace Co-Op? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Start Your New Year Off With Some Good Luck at Jaleo’s New Year’s Eve Celebration in Disney Springs! Live Out Your Disney Princess Dreams at This Masquerade Event Coming to Disney World! NEWS: Mobile Order Is Getting an AWESOME Change in Disney World (And We Are SO Here for It)! View the full article

Special Look at Disney and Pixar’s “Onward” Coming Soon to Disney Parks View the full article

Love is in the air (and so are all the Valentine’s Day treats) in Disney World! Rose Cake Pop While we’ve already seen the Valentine’s Rice Krispie Treat and Rose Cake Pop in the parks, there’s a new drink to sip on in honor of Cupid’s favorite holiday! Our hearts can’t take it!! The Love Struck Latte is making its way back to Joffrey’s Coffee for Valentine’s (and we want three of them). ©Joffrey’s Coffee The latte is mixed with caramel syrup, coconut, syrup, AND chocolate sauce (!!!) to make your taste buds fall in love. ©Joffrey’s Coffee You can get the Love Struck Latte at the Joffrey’s Coffee kiosks throughout Disney World and the location in Disney Springs for a limited time. Don’t forget to take a look at the STUNNING Rose Cake Pop here! Will you be grabbing the Love Struck Latte for Valentine’s Day? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What?!? Find Out Where You Can Get FACE COFFEE In Disney World!!!!! DFB Video: Our 13 Favorite Ways Celebrate Christmas in Disney World! Samoa Fans, You’re Going to Want to See THIS Rice Krispie Treat in Disney World! View the full article

Merchandise collections in Disney World are our JAM! UNIQLO And, Uniqlo rolls out the cutest shirts that we can’t resist! Although we’ve already spotted the Disney Stories and Fortune Disney collections, we’re ready to expand our wardrobe with another new line! The Magic for All Mickey Collection is giving us some serious nostalgia (and all the feels) at Uniqlo in Disney Springs! Magic for All Mickey Collection You can celebrate Mickey’s animated journey with the Classic Mickey Tee or the Modern Mickey Tee… Magic for All Mickey Collection …and even whistle along with the Steamboat Willie Tee and the Re-Imagined Mickey Tee! Magic for All Mickey Collection You can even grab a pocket tee (some of our faves tbh) with a Classic Mickey or Steamboat Willie Mickey etched onto the front! Magic for All Mickey Collection Plus, your lil ones can celebrate right along with you in their own pocket tees and onesies (so they have the perfect place to hold their pacifiers)! Magic for All Mickey Collection Buuuut, Mickey isn’t the only classic character making an appearance at Uniqlo! The Magic for All Classic Characters Collection will be debuting in March with friendly faces like Donald, Minnie, and Pooh too. Magic for All Mickey Collection It might be our sentimental love for Disney talking, but we want ALL the shirts from the newest Uniqlo collection! And, you can keep up with all the other clothing lines in Disney Springs by subscribing to our newsletter! Have you spotted the Magic for All Mickey Collection at Uniqlo yet? 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! This Classic NEW Merchandise Collection in Disney Springs Is So. Stinking. Cute. What’s New at Disney Springs! Minnie Cake, Killer Tees, $$$ Raincoats, and Valentine’s Day Jewelry! View the full article

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is officially open in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland park, and the stars of the Hulu hit series “Dollface” and upcoming series “Little Fires Everywhere” recently joined the Resistance in a battle against the First Order in this immersive new experience! Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance draws you into a sprawling narrative that blurs the lines between fantasy and reality, delivering thrilling action driven by cutting-edge technology and innovative design that gives you the feeling of stepping inside a Star Wars film. Actors Jade Pettyjohn, Jordan Elsass, Gavin Lewis, Lexi Underwood, and Megan Stott posed in front of Po’s ship with BB-8 before joining the battle against the First Order. Then, the recruits stepped into the Hangar Bay and were awestruck to find 50 stormtroopers ready for their arrival. The fearless Brenda Song even snapped a quick picture before First Order guards detained the new recruits. The group then boarded a Star Destroyer for an epic adventure that put them in the middle of a battle with the First Order. Thankfully, everyone eluded the clutches of Kylo Ren! Phew. Finally, the Resistance fighters explored Batuu and encountered some notorious rebels. Who can resist a hug from our favorite Wookie, Chewbacca, or a run-in with R2-D2? The resourceful astromech droid has shown great bravery in rescuing his masters and their friends from many perils! …and after a full day of adventure, everyone was thirsty for some Blue and Green Milk. Yum! You can catch these friendly rebels on HULU. Season 1 of ‘Dollface’ is streaming now and the series ‘Little Fires Everywhere’ premieres on March 18, both only on HULU. View the full article

It’s a new year and we have a few exciting dining events coming that you won’t want to miss! This month’s edition of Appetizing Occasions is here and full of special dining events at both Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, and in the Central Florida community. Read on to get all of the yummy details! Field to Feast Dinner with Disney Chefs benefiting Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and presented by Edible Orlando Magazine – Feb. 22, 2020, in Zellwood, FL Come and spend an afternoon celebrating locally-sourced cuisine for a good cause with our Disney chefs as they cook al fresco at this casual dine around event at Long & Scott Farms in Zellwood, Florida. In partnership with Edible Orlando magazine, our chefs step out of their Walt Disney World Resort kitchens to take part in an afternoon full of incredible dishes, wines and cocktails, live music, farm tours, and a raffle! Best of all, 100% of proceeds from this unique event benefit the Kids Café Program of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. This after-school meal service program provides food to needy children in Orange, Seminole, and Osceola counties. This year marks the 7th anniversary of the Field to Feast Dinner, which has raised more than $100,000 for the Kids Café Program since its inception. Join us for an opportunity to mix and mingle with Disney chefs and sommeliers from 2:30-5:30 p.m. on February 22, 2020. Our Disney chefs create a variety of small dishes inspired by their home parks and resorts, and each dish is paired with a special wine, beer, or cocktail selected by Master Sommelier George Miliotes of Wine Bar George at Disney Springs. Featured at the event are Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood, Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera, Tiffins Restaurant, Walt Disney World Food & Beverage Concept Development Team, The Hollywood Brown Derby, Cinderella’s Royal Table, Golden Oak, the Epcot Festival chefs, Disney Park Events Operations and Premium Events, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Bakery Team, Disney’s Grand Floridian Weddings Team, Amorette’s Patisserie, and The Ganachery. Tickets are $175 per person and can be purchased at EdibleOrlando.com. This event has sold out for the last six years, so be sure to get your tickets today! Chef’s Night for Second Harvest Food Bank – Feb. 6, 2020 in Orlando, FL Chef’s Night is an evening at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida where Central Florida’s best chefs and cuisine – including those from Walt Disney World Resort – come together to benefit the Darden Foundation Community Kitchen’s Culinary Training Program. This 16-week culinary training program is focused on providing service-based technical, life, and employability skills to adults. Chef’s Night will feature the chefs our very own Walt Disney World Resort Food & Beverage Concept Development Team. Inspired by “Love” in celebration of Valentine’s Day, the night will feature a cocktail reception with an assortment of hors d’oeuvres followed by a four-course meal. For the first course, our chefs will be serving lobster bisque with crispy parsnip, pink-tipped parsley, lemon crème fraiche, and lobster oil. This is followed by “Inner Beauty”, a dish featuring beet heart, lingonberry, rose hip, and oxalis. For the main dish, you’ll enjoy Beef Wellington with sweet potato purée, baby squash blossom, mushrooms, and red wine demi. And to finish off the night, a sweet dessert course featuring Strawberries and Cream with Plant City strawberries, Chantilly cream, and chocolate-caramel cake. The dinner also features wine pairings selected by Master Sommelier Brian Koziol. To purchase your tickets, you can visit the Second Harvest Food Bank website. Circle of Flavors: Harambe at Night at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Circle of Flavors: Harambe at Night is a family-friendly progressive dining experience drawing inspiration from the many facets of African cultures. In addition to celebrating the beloved story of Disney’s “The Lion King,” this experience honors some of the most majestic and endangered African animals through delicious flavors, fun activities, live music, and appreciation for animal conservation. Start your night with a welcome reception at the Train Station near Harambe Market before traveling to Rafiki’s Planet Watch for an incredible virtual reality experience, character greetings, and more, all while enjoying specialty beverages, appetizers, and snacks. Finally, head back to Harambe Market to partake in a delicious dinner while enjoying upbeat music from African musicians, a dance party, and captivating storytelling. For full details on the entire night as well as the full menu, check out my recent blog post or check out the Walt Disney World Resort website. Valentine’s Day Dinner Buffet at Disney’s PCH Grill at Disneyland Resort Celebrate this heartfelt holiday at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel with a mouthwatering meal and warm character greetings. It will be love at first bite when you indulge in this traditional All-You-Care-To-Enjoy buffet featuring special dishes like heart-shaped pasta and a sweet selection of seasonal Valentine’s Day desserts. For more information and to make reservations, visit the Disneyland Resort website. View the full article

Pixar Animation Studios has created some of the most incredible, endearing and timeless stories ever told. “Toy Story,” “Finding Nemo,” “Ratatouille” and “Monsters, Inc.” are among my family’s favorite films, and as a father of two (now teenage!) boys, I can’t wait to see the next original tale from Pixar, “Onward.” For a limited time beginning February 7, guests visiting Disney Parks will get an early glimpse of scenes from “Onward.” Sneak peeks of the film will be shown in the Tomorrowland Theater at Disneyland park and as part of the Walt Disney Presents attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Guests aboard Disney Cruise Line can also catch this special look at a part of the film, during select sailings in February and early March. Set in a suburban fantasy world, Disney and Pixar’s “Onward” introduces two teenage elf brothers – Ian & Barley – who embark on an extraordinary quest after being given the chance to spend one more day with their father. Here’s a special message from Academy Award-winner Octavia Spencer, who plays the Manticore in the film. “Onward” releases in theaters on March 6, 2020. View the full article

Hey, everybody! It’s time for another roundup of What’s New at the Disneyland Hotels and Downtown Disney! Downtown Disney’s World of Disney It’s time to take a walk (and get in a few steps after all that chowing down we did last week at the Lunar New Year Fest in Disney California Adventure!) to see what’s been crack-a-lackin’ in terms of construction, food, and merchandise since our last trip around! Construction Update in Disneyland Resort: Jamba Sorry juice fiends! You’ll have to wait a little longer for the Downtown Disney Jamba (a.ka. Jamba Juice) to reopen! As we passed by its storefront today, it was still lookin’ mighty under-constructiony. We can’t wait to see it when it finally reveals its new look which Jamba is saying will be inspired by “it’s true California juice-shop roots!” Oo-la la! Jamba Juice Construction Find out more about Jamba’s renovation in Downtown Disney here! Food Update in Disneyland Resort: Craftsman Grill The Grand Californian’s Craftsman Grill is one of our favorite Downtown Disney spots to grab a snack, especially ’cause they’re now serving up a delicious Peanut Butter Blondie! There’s peanut butter batter with peanut butter candy mixed in, peanut butter icing, and, you guessed it, more peanut butter candies on top. YUMMERS! The Peanut Butter Blondie costs $6.50, so treat yo’self to one, or five... just sayin’! Peanut Butter Blondie Read our FULL REVIEW of the Peanut Butter Blondie HERE! And check out the Sorcerer Mickey Cupcake we also scored from Craftsman Grill! This little cutie has us under its spell with its vanilla base, white vanilla frosting, and shimmery blue sugar pearls! Pick him up for $7! Sorcerer Mickey Cupcake Check out our FULL REVIEW of the Sorcerer Mickey Cupcake HERE! Merchandise Update in Disneyland Resort: Fantasia Gifts Next, we slipped into Disneyland Resort’s Fantasia Gifts and spotted this Fab 5 Sling Backpack for $19.99! Love how lightweight and adorable this little bag is — and so easy to pack in our suitcase! Fab 5 Sling Backpack World of Disney The new-to-us Mickey Denim Jacket we spotted at World of Disney today for $79.99 had us seriously questioning ourselves if we could rock a double-denim ensemble! Mickey Denim Jacket I mean, just look at how adorable the BACK of this Mickey Denim Jacket is! Plus there’s lots of extra real estate for our Disney pins and patches! Mickey Denim Jacket The sleeve of the Mickey Demin Jacket even comes pre-embellished with this 1955 patch! SO cute! Mickey Denim Jacket And we’re always on the lookout for Disney shirts to add to our collections! We love this new Little Mermaid Shirt we spied for $24.99. It says “Met When I Hear a Disney Song” and it’s so true… So true… Little Mermaid Shirt We also discovered this new Disneyland Shirt for $24.99. The design is really cool on this little guy — kinda equal parts modern and throwback at the same time! Disneyland Shirt And we couldn’t agree more with this Timeless Shirt for $24.99. Mickey, Pluto, Donald, and Goofy are all TIMELESS classics in our eyes too! Timeless Shirt World of Disney is still running a special promotion — buy any two shirts that normally cost $24.99 and pick ’em up for $22 bucks each instead! Adult Tees Sign Calling all scholars! We just spotted the new Class of 2020 Graduation Ears for $29.99 at World of Disney today! The ears have just the right amount of bling to them thanks to all those sparkly black sequins! Class of 2020 Graduation Ears And we love that they’re embroidered with the Class of 2o20 on the side! These would make a great gift for the grads in your life, and will be a nice keepsake for them years later! These ears can also be found around Walt Disney World. Class of 2020 Graduation Ears Last, but not least, we spotted this adorable Disney Parks Edition Perfection Board Game! The details are truly what sold us on this thing! Not only in the gameboard Mickey-shaped, but the pieces are themed after our favorite Disney attractions! To us, it’s A LOT more interesting than the standard circles and squares you play with in the original version! Perfection Board Game Disney Parks Edition Well, folks! That’s it for this edition of What’s New in Disneyland Resort, until next time! We’ll be back soon with more construction, food, and merchandise updates for ya! Until then, keep on keepin’ on with the “Year of the Mouse” celebration at Disney California Adventure! If you heading that way this weekend, be sure to check out our 2020 Lunar New Year Best of the Fest list of snacks and sips HERE! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! How many days until your next visit to Disneyland? Tell us in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at the Disneyland Resort — New Cozy Cone, Luxo Ball Spirit Jersey, Tiki Bowls, and MORE! Find Out Where To Score $1 Refills At Disneyland Resort! What’s New at Disneyland — Magic Way’s Grand Opening, TWO New Menus, And Halloween AND Arendelle Aqua Treats! View the full article

It’s almost a new week and for some lucky folks, that means a trip to Disney parks! Cinderella’s Castle Well, for those folks who are headed into the parks sometime next week, you’re definitely going to want to be aware of what you WON’T be able to do on your day in the park! That’s right, we’re talking refurbishment closures in Disney World AND Disneyland this week! So, read on to find out about all of the attractions, restaurants, and stores that are closed for business January 27th through February 2nd! Refurbishments in Magic Kingdom Splash Mountain Annual refurbishment is ongoing over at Splash Mountain so you’ll have to wave a Bre’r Rabbit over the construction barriers until February 28th! Of course, we’ve had a chilly Orlando week so maybe it’s a good thing we’re not getting thrown into the Briar Patch. Splash Mountain Sign Click here for everything you need to know about the Splash Mountain closure! Walt Disney World Railroad You can still visit Walt Disney World Railroad at Main Street Station where the train is positioned for photo ops, but if you want a ride you’ll have to wait. Construction on TRON Lightcycle Run continues and with that being the cause of this closure, the train could be out of commission for a good while longer. We expect the train to open sometime before or with TRON in time for Disney World’s 50th in 2021. Fantasyland Train Station Closed Sign Want more info on TRON Lightcycle Run? Click here! Refurbishments in Epcot Test Track and Test Track SIMporium Over in Epcot, construction continues on Test Track and Test Track SIMporium. The good news is, it is routine maintenance so we should be crafting custom cars again come February 26th! Test Track Construction Will you be missing Test Track while it’s gone? Click here! Refurbishments in Hollywood Studios Muppet*Vision 3D For the first time in weeks, there IS a closure over in Hollywood Studios. As of Sunday, Muppet*Vision 3D will be closing for refurbishment. We’re not sure what this refurbishment entails but we do know it isn’t too long! As it stands, we should be seeing our muppet pals again on February 9th. Muppet*Vision 3D To learn more about the Muppet*Vision 3D closure, click here! Refurbishments in Animal Kingdom Kali River Rapids And finally, in Animal Kingdom, the closure continues on Kali River Rapids until March 21st for routine winter maintenance. Kali River Rapids Click here to learn more about the Kali River Rapids closure! Refurbishments in Disney World Water Parks Typhoon Lagoon Another of those watery winter closures continues over at Typhoon Lagoon which we expect to reopen in mid-March. You can visit Blizzard Beach in the meantime though (although it may be closed this weekend due to weather)! Times are currently not listed for Blizzard Beach this Saturday and Sunday on the Walt Disney World website. Typhoon Lagoon Refurbishments in Disneyland Haunted Mansion Across the country, Disneyland is seeing their fair share of refurbishments too and some of them are on some seriously classic and iconic attractions. For instance, Haunted Mansion is seeing downtime right now. We expect that the ghouls are working on removing the holiday overlay, but Disney has also announced improvements to mechanics, interiors, and exteriors. This haunting tour won’t return until sometime in the Spring so you’ll have to get your ghost fix elsewhere! Construction Update Haunted Mansion Check out everything we know about the Haunted Mansion closure! Snow White’s Scary Adventures Pop over to Fantasyland to spot another classic undergoing refurb. A MASSIVE scrim and some construction barriers are currently covering up Snow White’s Scary Adventures as the attraction receives some TLC as well as an all-new happy-ending scene and a new vignette. A reopening date has yet to be announced but we expect this closure to be pretty lengthy considering the scope of work. Snow White Construction Click here to learn more about the changes coming to Snow White’s Scary Adventures! King Arthur Carrousel But that’s not all going on in Fantasyland! In fact, get used to the sight of those themed construction barriers because there are a lot of them! King Arthur Carrousel is out of commission as well. We’re not sure when this closure will end either but we’ll be sure to keep an eye out! Fantasyland Construction Want to learn more about the Carrousel closure? Click here! Mark Twain River Boat If you were hoping to take a cruise on the Mark Twain River Boat, tough luck this week! The classic vehicle is currently not making its course through the river. Mark Twain River Boat Refurbishments in California Adventure Grizzly River Run and Rushin’ River Outfitters California Adventure is no stranger to closures this week either! Like Kali River Rapids in Disney World, the raft ride in Disneyland is down too. So Grizzly River Run and the accompanying Rushin’ River Outfitters are both closed next week. This attraction is set to reopen on February 14th, so not too long to wait! Newly Re-Imagined Grizzly Peak Area in Disney California Adventure Red Car Trolley A classic mode of California Adventure transport is down for refurb right now, too. The Red Trolley Car has been closed since April of last year while construction surges onward on the Avengers Campus. Big Red Cars billboard Click here to learn more about the upcoming Avengers Campus! The Bakery Tour Sad, sad news. The Bakery Tour in Disneyland which takes you on a tour of a REAL bakery is currently not running. No reopening date is yet announced so we’ll keep an eye out. Bread Bridge Conveys Bread Overhead Carthay Circle Finally, we’re to our last refurb on the list! Carthay Circle Restaurant and Lounge is closed next week. However, according to the Disneyland website, it should reopen on FRIDAY! So no long wait here. So we can chow down on those House Biscuits pretty darn soon. Thank goodness! Carthay Circle Lounge Want to see everything we know about the Carthay Circle closure? Click here! That’s all the closures in Disney World and Disneyland this week! As always, we’ll let you know if anything changes! Want to see ALL the news from Disney parks last week? Click here! Are there any attractions that you’ll be missing out on? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: NEWS! Refurbishment Closures in Disney World Next Week! Holiday Starbucks Drinks Jingle Their Way into Disney World and Disneyland! Disney News This Week: ALL the News and Updates from the Most Magical Places on Earth! View the full article

We told ourselves we weren’t going to buy any more Minnie Ears this year… Musical Mickey Ear Hat Buuut, that was BEFORE we saw the latest artistic creation gracing the shelves in Disney World! And, even though we’ve been loving the Figment Minnie Ears and Mickey Mouse Musical Ear Hat, there’s another new pair of ears we’re ready to add to our collection! We’ve been bopping around Epcot’s Festival of the Arts to snack on some great eats, check out all the entertainment, and snag the cutest merchandise! But, we’re feeling even MORE festive with the John Coulter Designer Minnie Ears (!!!). Festival of the Arts Sign These beauties feature jewel-toned colors, a flower-adorned headband (so boho chic!), and old-fashioned portraits of Mickey looking as dapper as ever on one side of the ears with his adorable lady love Minnie on the other. John Coulter Minnie Ears The back is finished with green and purple stripes, a big pink bow, and even a little gold cord to make the ears even more fashionable! If you’re in Epcot, you can pick up the ears starting today at the WonderGround Gallery tent during the festival. Otherwise, you’ll have to wait until March to get your hands on a pair once they make their way to the rest of the Disney Parks and shopDisney! John Coulter Minnie Ears Plus, you can even meet the artist behind the new dapper Designer Minnie Ears! John Coulter will be signing the ears and his artwork at the WonderGround Gallery tent on January 24th from 4 PM to 6 PM and January 25th through January 26th from 12 PM to 2 PM and 4 PM to 6 PM. Who wouldn’t want to wear these GORGEOUS ears while exploring everything the Festival of the Arts has to offer? Check out some more Festival of the Arts merchandise here! Which Designer Minnie Ears or Ear Hats do you currently own? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Here’s ALL of the Merchandise at the 2020 Epcot International Festival of the Arts! FULL REVIEW of L’Arte de la Cuisine Francaise at the 2020 Epcot Festival of the Arts! Here’s Where to Find This Year’s Most Insta-Worthy Epcot Festival of the Arts Drink! View the full article

Disney Veteran Ticket Discounts and Disney Veteran Room Discounts have always been a complicated subject. This is even more true in 2020 with the new John McCain Defense Authorization Act. In this post we will lay out just what every eligibility group is eligible for. We will cover every possible status, that is a wide […] The post Disney Veteran Discount and Disney Military Discount Eligibility Guide appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

We found another new Park Pal that you can take with you on your adventures through Walt Disney World. The Boardwalk These lovable little representations of our favorite Disney characters have been popping up everywhere since last year, including this NEW Cheshire Cat addition, we spotted yesterday over at the Art of Animation Resort. Now we’ve found ANOTHER new option based on our favorite silly old bear. We’re so excited that Mr. Pooh Bear himself has joined the Parks Pals gang. Pooh Park Pal Park Pals attach to your backpack, lanyard, really anything it can clip on to and travels with you around the World. Each pack comes with the clip needed to attach your new friend to your favorite Disney accessories. Pooh Park Pal We found Pooh Bear over at Thimbles and Threads in Disney’s Boardwalk Inn for $11.99. But he should be making his way to more locations (in search of honey, of course) soon! With the new additions to the collection, we’re eager to see what characters will Disney come out with next. Looking to check out MORE Park Pals? See the Figment, Orange Bird, and Minnie Park Pals here! Have you been buying up these Park Pals? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: Disney World’s Boardwalk Pizza Window Unveils New Menu! What’s New at the Epcot Area Resorts — Menu Changes, Skyliner Construction, Independence Day Merch, and More! What’s New at Disney’s BoardWalk! View the full article

Listen up, Disney Vacation Club members! You’ll be livin’ large soon! Or at least, hopefully sometime in the next few years. Sleeping Beauty Castle We reported a few months ago that Disneyland had announced an all-new 12-story Disney Vacation Club time-share tower that was proposed to be built next to the Disneyland Hotel. Well, things seem to be moving forward because Disney has officially filed the first round of permits with the city of Anaheim AND they’ve released some details and concept art for the new tower, so let’s check out this future lap of luxury! According to Orange County Register, the tower is set to introduce 350 new vacation club rooms including two MULTI-LEVEL Grand Villas towards the top of the tower. Wowza. The facility will also sport a Mickey-shaped spa and an outdoor pool bar! It’s set to be built on about two acres directly next to the existing Disneyland Hotel and guests will use check-in services at Disneyland Hotel (so think Bay Lake Tower at the Contemporary!). ©Disney Disney Vacation Club members will be able to use the points system to book space in these fancy new digs as early as 2023 as long as all goes to plan. Now, it’s important to note that the permits haven’t even been approved yet so construction could be delayed longer than expected or it could be changed or even canceled altogether (we’re lookin’ at you, Canceled Downtown Disney Hotel). Hopefully, though, that won’t be the case with this project and everything will run smoothly! Disney Vacation Club Sales Kiosk We’ll be sure to keep you in the loop on any updates about the upcoming tower, especially if it’s new concept art! In the meantime, happy travels! Click here to learn more about the Disneyland DVC Tower plans! What do you think of the plans for the new DVC tower? Pretty snazzy, huh? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: NEW Annual Passholder Mobile Order Buttons Arrive at Disneyland Resort! 2020 Disneyland Hotel Packages Are NOW Available for Booking! News! Find Out How to Save With THREE 2020 Deals at Disneyland Resort! View the full article

Whether you are a first-timer to Magic Kingdom Park or a pro at navigating the iconic park, everyone has a must-do attraction or experience that makes their vacation extra special. It could be flying high on Dumbo the Flying Elephant and sailing through it’s a small world, or maybe it’s finally meeting a favorite character and watching the world-class parade. But for my family, it’s the tempting treats that we look forward to the most. We have lots of great memories that include sampling sweet and savory indulgences. If you are traveling with a little one in tow be sure to introduce them to classic Disney snacks like the creamy Dole Whip, Mickey Ice Cream Bars or oversized Mickey-shaped hot pretzels. A newer sweet treat to sample is the Cheshire Cat Tail (a chocolate Danish drizzled with frosting.) Let’s see what these little ones had to say as they nibbled their way around Magic Kingdom Park. View the full article

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With the Lunar New Year being one of the most widely celebrated holidays in China, Shanghai Disney Resort has some bad news regarding this weekend’s festivities. ©Disney Due to the current public health crisis of a coronavirus outbreak in China, Shanghai Disney Resort is joining other public institutions in temporarily closing tomorrow in the interest of the public. Shanghai Disneyland, Disneytown, Walt Disney Grand Theatre, and Wishing Star Park are all included in this change. The closure will continue until further notice as the health situation is monitored by Disney officials and the Chinese government. Unfortunately, this closure comes at a very undue time as tomorrow marks the Lunar New Year and the start of the “Year of Mickey” (technically, the Year of the Rat). Festivities were planned for the weekend and Shanghai Disneyland was expected to see a big draw of people for the holiday. Now, celebrations have been cut short. All guests affected by the closure will be issued refunds for the inconvenience. Mickey Avenue Shanghai Swing ©Disney The coronavirus has been spreading across China and the number of cases is growing with several confirmed deaths. This has caused many public spaces in China, including the famous Forbidden City, to close up shop until the outbreak is better contained. You can read the official statement from Shanghai Disney Resort here. ©Disney We’ll be sure to keep you updated on the status at Shanghai Disney Resort so check back in soon. Are you affected by the Shanghai Disneyland closure? Bummed about the interruption to the Lunar New Year? Share your thoughts in the comments! Related posts: First International Food and Drink Fest at Shanghai Disney Resort Is In Full Swing! Save The Date! Where To Snag NEW 2020 Merchandise at EVERY Disney Park! CUTE ALERT! NEW Pooh Bear and Friends Disney Wishables Are in The Disney Parks! View the full article

Gentlemen, start your smokers! Sam Eagle’s Centennial Cook-Off is about the kick-off when the new Regal Eagle Smokehouse Craft Drafts & Barbecue debuts in Epcot! Regal Eagle Smokehouse ©Disney And while we’ll have to wait a little longer for the new restaurant to open to find out how heavily The Muppet’s Sam Eagle is involved with this delicious endeavor, there’s a bunch of stuff we DO know! We’ve been going over the menu a million times in our minds trying to piece together what we’re gonna order on our very first visit to Regal Eagle! WAIT! What are we sayin’?!! We’re TOTALLY going to everything on the menu! And just so’s ya knows, we’ve even sampled some of the HOUSE-MADE Barbecue Sauces and CORNBREAD that the Regal Eagle will be slangin’ when its doors open. We’re happy to report that tiny taste has made us all-the-more-anxious to get in there and really do some damage! First look of Regal Eagle Smokehouse, Courtesy of Disney Read about the Regal Eagle Smokehouse eats we’ve already tasted HERE So it is with growling tummies and great excitement that we’re sharing EVERYTHING we know so far about Epcot’s new Regal Eagle Smokehouse with you! What is Regal Eagle Smokehouse? Regal Eagle Smokehouse is a brand new dining experience coming soon to Epcot. The restaurant will be serving up tasty, traditional fare from across our great nation, celebrating almost every region’s unique take on classic American barbecue! Regal Eagle ©Disney Click here to learn more about Regal Eagle — and WHY we’re so STOKED about it! Where is Regal Eagle Smokehouse located? Regal Eagle Smokehouse is located in Epcot’s World Showcase. Specifically, the restaurant has taken the place of the former Liberty Inn quick-service restaurant that used to be next door to The American Adventure. Regal Eagle Construction What type of food will Regal Eagle Smokehouse serve? Regal Eagle’s menu is very barbecue-centric, so get yo’ tastebuds ready for a literal cornucopia of SMOKY goodness! There will be smoked sausages, smoked dry rub pork ribs, smoked half chicken, sliced Texas beef brisket — how’s that mouth? Watering yet? And like any truly-awesome BBQ spot, if you can’t make up your mind on which meat to get, go with the American Platter where you can select three types of meat with a side of your choice and garlic bread for $18.99! Regal Eagle Smokehouse, ©Disney Check out the FULL Regal Eagle menu HERE! And what delicious barbecue meal would be complete without amazing SIDES, we ask you fellow patriots?! Regal Eagle’s got a bunch of our favorite accompaniments to eat with our tasty smoky meats including French Fries, Onion Rings, Cole Slaw, Burnt-end Baked Beans, Garlic Toast, Mac and Cheese, and House-made Pickles! Will Regal Eagle Smokehouse have vegetarian options? Yes! Even though Regal Eagle Smokehouse will be servin’ up piles AND PILES of smoked meats, they’ll also have the veggie-friendly Barbecue Jackfruit Burger as well as a Power Greens Salad! Both of these healthier options will also be good for folks who are trying to eat lighter. Hey, you do you, you guys! Regal Eagle Construction Check out more details on the veggie-friendly options at Regal Eagle HERE! What is the price point for Regal Eagle Smokehouse? In the most recent Epcot Guide Map, Regal Eagle is listed at only one $ meaning it’s on the cheaper side of places to dine at Disney World. Regal Eagle’s entrees vary in price from $11.49 (for dishes such as the Power Greens Salad and South Caroline Smoked Sausage Sandwich) all the way up to $18.99 for the American Platter (the most expensive offering on its menu). Most of the selections fall into the $13 range –which to us, is pretty affordable by Disney park food standards! Epcot Guide Map See how much each menu item at Regal Eagle costs HERE! Will Regal Eagle Smokehouse be on the Disney Dining Plan or offer any discounts? At this time Disney hasn’t shared any details about whether or not Regal Eagle will be eligible for the Disney Dining Plan. Disney also hasn’t confirmed any discounts at this time, but we’ll keep you posted! Regal Eagle Smokehouse ©Disney Will I need an advance dining reservation to eat at Regal Eagle Smokehouse? No! Unlike Space 220 Restaurant which you’re most definitely going to need to snag an ADR for, Regal Eagle Smokehouse is a counter-service restaurant that won’t require any pre-arrangements. Just come ‘n get it, whenever you want! Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney Find out all the deets you need to know before Space 220 Restaurant opens RIGHT HERE! Will Regal Eagle Smokehouse offer mobile order? Disney hasn’t released any information about Regal Eagle eats being available for mobile order via the My Disney Experience app yet, but we’ll keep checking in and let you know if we hear anything! What will the seating be like at Regal Eagle Smokehouse? Regal Eagle will include indoor seating and outdoor seating areas. Although the artist’s renderings show some patio umbrellas for shade, we’re expecting most of the outdoor seating to be exposed to the elements. Regal Eagle Construction We’ll let you know when you can finally chow down at Regal Eagle Smokehouse Craft Drafts & Barbecue when it opens in Epcot! And of course, we’ll be there reviewing ALL. THE. FOOD. Just as soon as WE CAN! Stay tuned! Are you excited to try the food at Regal Eagle Smokehouse when it opens? Let us know what you’ll be ordering in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New in Epcot: Cotton Candy Santa Hats, Construction Updates, and MAYBE a Starbucks? 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Slated to open in 2020, the highly anticipated new signature dining spot in Epcot, Space 220, has already been making quite the buzz. Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney We’re happy to report that the far-out restaurant is already giving back to THIS world, more specifically, the Orlando-based Give Kids The World. You may remember a while back when we announced that the Patina Restaurant Group (the restaurant’s mothership) was hosting a sweepstakes to be among the first to dine here as a benefit to the non-profit. ©Give Kids the World The organization, which has a resort right here in Central Florida, provides life-changing wish trips for seriously ill children and their families. And many times that trip happens to be a visit to Walt Disney World. The restaurant group has now announced that they have raised $51,930 for Gives Kids The World. This will be used to fulfill over 8,000 wishes in 2020! That’s A LOT of dreams coming true for kids who need hope the most! Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney Everything You Need To Know Before Space 220 Opens! Props to you Patina Restaurant Group! We’re now even more excited to patronage Space 220 when it opens this year in Epcot! Are you excited for Space 220 to open? Let us know! Related posts: 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! Mission Control: We Are NOT Clear For Launch! Epcot’s Space 220 Now Slated For Later Opening View the full article

Valentine’s Day is the time for love, affection, and loading up on sugary snacks. Luckily, Disneyland’s got the sugary snacks in bunches. Sleeping Beauty Castle Sure half of those are churro variations that we can’t stop eating, including one that’s dipped in peanut butter and marshmallows, but this time Disney is bringing back a returning sweet from last year. Disney brought out Cherry Cotton Candy for Valentine’s Day last year and now it’s back for another round. Cotton Candy ©Disney If you’ve had cotton candy before, it’s probably going to taste similar, except cherry-flavored, with all the soft, sugary goodness that entails. You’ll be able to pick this treat up at various vendor carts throughout the park, so keep your eyes peeled and get it FAST, because it won’t be here forever. Looking for more Valentine’s Day goodies? Then you’ve gotta see this Mickey plush! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Have you tried the new Cherry Cotton Candy? Let us know what you thought down in the comments! Related posts: Review: LIMITED-TIME Rainbow Cheesecake at Disneyland Resort! REVIEW! Galaxy’s Edge Has Our New Fave PURPLE Hot Chocolate in Disneyland! REVIEW: NEW Sweet and Spicy Corn Dog Bulgogi Bites in Disneyland! View the full article