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If this holiday season finds you traveling to Walt Disney World Resort for the very first time, check out these must-do tips from members of the Disney Parks Moms Panel. What are your must-dos tips for a first-time visitor at Walt Disney World Resort? Tell us in the comments below. For more great tips and Disney vacation planning advice, visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for an answer from one of our panelists. Panelists receive compensation for their participation on the Disney Parks Moms Panel. View the full article

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is almost HERE! Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Star Wars fever is going STRONG over at Disney World! In the past few weeks, we’ve had Baby Yoda melt our hearts and the opening of the new Rise of the Resistance ride blow our minds! Now, thanks to Sprinkles in Disney Springs and Downtown Disney, it looks like Star Wars will bringing us some tasty TREATS as well! We might just have to go to the dark side when a treat looks THIS good! The NEW Raspberry Synth Kyber Chocolate Cake is landing soon at Sprinkles! The new tasty treat is a filled Belgian chocolate cake, topped with chocolate frosting and ganache, and finished off with black and red sugar (because dark side, duh). YUM! Raspberry Synth Kyber Cake ©Sprinkles In honor of the upcoming premiere of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, it’ll be dropping this month as an online-exclusive at Sprinkles. It’s available for pre-order on Sprinkles’ website from December 9th – 10th and for pick-up or delivery from December 19th – 21st. We might need to change our allegiance because this chocolate treat is making our mouths water! Check out the Rise of Skywalker merch available in the parks here! Will you be picking up the Raspberry Synth Kyber Cake at Sprinkles? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Related posts: Fall’s An Absolute Ball With The NEW Pumpkin Patch Mini Sampler at Sprinkles! Triple Force Friday = New Star Wars Merch, Star Wars STARS, and Star Wars FOOD! New Sprinkles Cupcakes Coming to Disney World and Disneyland in October! View the full article

BIG NEWS has just been announced for Disney Vacation Club members! Grand Floridian Resort in Disney World And it might impact your 2021 Walt Disney World plans! Keep reading to find out how these changes may affect your trip! Disney’s just released a new 2021 Points Chart for DVC members online. According to Disney, the updated Points Chart, “…will feature 7 seasons that offer a wide range of options. Travel periods with greater demand will require more Points and travel periods with less demand will require fewer Points.” Polynesian Village Resort Disney’s gone on to state, “However, those Members with more flexible travel schedules can enjoy stays using fewer Points than the previous year. For example, Members can enjoy stays for fewer Points than the year before when traveling in early September and during the summer period. On the other hand, Members who wish to travel in certain weeks in October and November will require more Points than the year before.” Disney Vacation Club Member Mug Note these changes are only applicable at Disney Vacation Club Resorts at Walt Disney World and exclude the following: Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort, The Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Aulani, Disney Vacation Club Villas. Click here to see the new 2021 DVC Points Charts! Disney’s BoardWalk 2021 will be here before we know it! Click here to see just how different your 2021 Disney World trip will be and also check out our “50 memories you should make before 2021” story here! What do you think of the changes Disney has made to their 2021 DVC Points Charts? Tell us what you think in the comments below! Related posts: First Look and PHOTO TOUR: Barcelona Lounge in Disney World’s Gran Destino Tower! What’s New Around the Disney World Resorts — Specialty Cocktails, Disney Vacation Club Merch, and MORE! Surf’s Up with NEW Eats at the 2019 Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic! View the full article

“There’s no place like home for the holidays…” except, maybe, Disney?! Christmas At Magic Kingdom With festive decor, MERRY treats, and cheery entertainment, Disney World is bursting with celebration for the holidays! And, if you’re an Annual Passholder, Disney is offering a little something extra to celebrate, with an exclusive set that will really get ‘ya in the holiday spirit! The NEW 2019 Annual Passholder Holiday Ornament and Pin Set are here to wish you the happiest of holidays! We spotted this set over at the Frontier Trading Post in Magic Kingdom, and it is EXTRA cheery! 2019 Passholder Happy Holidays Set Donald, we year you, the holidays can be stressful! It looks like Donald’s gotten a bit tangled up in the holiday lights in this Passholder Pin! 2019 Passholder Happy Holidays Set How cute is the Passholder Ornament?! It depicts Santa Mickey in a sleigh with Reindeer Pluto leading the way! We also spot Cinderella Castle in the background to bring some extra Disney magic! 2019 Passholder Happy Holidays Set If you’re an Annual Passholder, you can pick up the Holiday Ornament and Pin Set at the Frontier Trading Post in Magic Kingdom for $44.99! Check out some of the other Passholder Holiday Merch at the parks this year! Will you be picking up the 2019 Passholder Ornament and Pin? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Related posts: News: New Dining Discounts for Disney World Annual Passholders for 45th Anniversary Year Hitchhiking Ghosts Sippers and Popcorn Buckets Now Available ALL DAY in Disney World! Simply Having a Wonderful Christmas Time with Disney World’s New Holiday Plush! View the full article

Disney isn’t the only one getting all geared up for their BIG 50th-anniversary celebration happening in 2021! Magic Kingdom While major restaurant chains like White Castle and Portillo’s have recently announced they’d be opening new Disney World-area locations, now the nationwide Drury Hotel Company has revealed its plans to build a new Disney Springs resort location! The expansive property, Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista, is anticipated to become Drury Hotel’s biggest project to date and will have 604 guest rooms once completed. With competition currently estimated for some time towards the end of 2021, the company has stated they will have 264 rooms available for guests to book in the spring of 2021. And according to Drury Plaza Hotel, the location will also include a resort-style pool, splash pad, and poolside cantina bar and grill along with an extensive marketplace for grab-and-go food items and sundries; and a kitchen and bar concept, in addition to a wide range of complimentary amenities, including: Wi-Fi throughout the hotel Hot breakfast, including pancakes, biscuits and gravy, eggs, yogurt and more 5:30 Kickback® reception including appetizers and beverages 24-hour business and fitness centers Concept Art For New Disney World-Area Drury Inn Courtesy of ©Drury Inn The Missouri-based, family-owned and operated Drury Hotel Company currently operates three Drury Hotels in the state of Florida, but this will be the chain’s first official Walt Disney World Hotel. Guests will be able to walk to nearby Disney Springs from this new location, as well as be able to book the hotel as part of a Disney World vacation package. This hotel will also provide guests with transportation to and from the Disney theme parks as well as other nearby attractions! We’ll keep you updated as its construction progresses. CONTACT: Carolyn FeltnerDirector of Marketing 314-587-3012carolyn.feltner@druryhotels.com Patrick Barry – BYRNE PR314-540-3865Patrick@byrnepr.net Are you planning a trip to Disney World in 2021? Where are you thinking about staying? Tell us about your 50th-anniversary vacation plans in the comments below! Related posts: Ample Hills and Beatrix Disney Springs Construction Update STK Steakhouse has a HUGE Black Friday DEAL! Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Debuts New Enclosed Patio in Disney Springs! View the full article

Move over Baby Yoda, there’s another adorable MagicBand in town! Big Top Souvenirs Okay, okay, there is PLENTY of cuteness to go around (we will still take any and all of the Baby Yoda merch!). We are looooving all the adorable new MagicBands making their way to the parks, and over at Big Top Souvenirs in Magic Kingdom we just spotted another one that is simply purr-fect! “Everybody wants to be a cat!” Our favorite lady-like fur ball from The Aristocats has a new MagicBand of her very own! The Marie MagicBand is just as cute-as-a-button with its feline star. Marie MagicBand How stinkin’ adorable is Marie looking? We love the blue and pink color scheme, which really pops on the white MagicBand! Marie MagicBand And, of course, you’ve gotta represent Marie’s hometown! The Eiffel Tower is depicted on the other side of the MagicBand, showing off Marie’s home of Paris! Marie MagicBand If you want to add this adorable Marie MagicBand to your collection, you can find it over at Big Top Souvenirs in Magic Kingdom for $24.99! What do you think of the new Marie MagicBand? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Everybody Wants to Be a Cat With This NEW Cozy Knit in Disney World! CUTE! New Mickey and Minnie Claus Are Ready to Help You Deck The Halls in Disney World! What’s New in Magic Kingdom — Price Increases, TRON Construction Progress, and a MASSIVE Mickey Treat! View the full article

There are some MAJOR changes coming to a Disney Cruise Line Terminal! ©Disney Cruise Line Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal 8 will be shut down for 5 months in 2020 to undergo an extensive renovation project, so get ready for some improvements to your experience as you embark! Cruise Terminal 8 will be shutting down from June 2020 to the end of October 2020 for work in preparation for the new ship, Disney Wish, coming in 2022. But no worries if you’re cruising out of Port Canaveral next year! The closure won’t affect any sailings as Cruise Terminal 10 will serve as a replacement. ©Disney Cruise Line The work on the Terminal will be pretty extensive. Usually, renovations are done on non-cruise days, but the size of the project means that the closure is a better move. The renovations will include “demolition, a new curtain wall, seating replacement, ticket counters removal, IT infrastructure replacement, the extension of the drop-off canopy, and the installation of some structural steel.” Disney Wonder This renovation will mean some great improvements to the terminal and help to make a trip on the sea with Disney even better (if that’s possible)! Love the Disney Cruise Line? Click here to check out the ADORABLE Disney Cruise Wishables! What do you think about the 5-month Terminal shutdown? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Here’s the MOST IMPORTANT News Disney Announced This Week! BREAKING NEWS! Disney Cruise Line Announces Vacation Destinations for 2021! Disney Cruise Line Bookings for Summer 2020 Sailings OPEN SOON! View the full article

Things just got a little easier for pedestrians at the MOST MAGICAL PLACE ON EARTH! Magic Kingdom That’s because the updated walkway has just opened up connecting the Magic Kingdom to Disney’s Contemporary Resort — and vice versa! We took a stroll along the path this morning to show you what the newly updated walkway looks like! This is still a work in progress, so a few of the Walk Around the World bricks are still lingering. Walkway to Disney’s Contemporary Resort As you exit the Magic Kingdom, you’ll see a large sign directing you to the walkway on your left that leads to Disney’s Contemporary Resort! Walkway to Disney’s Contemporary Resort Some additional signage was posted on the temporary construction walls along the walkway. The walkway is still in its early stages of development and will continue to evolve along with the rest of the Magic Kingdom’s entryway in time for Disney World’s 50th anniversary in 2021, but for now, it sure is convenient to have, (albeit unfinished!) As you can see here, the old walkway is hidden behind green construction walls. Walkway to Disney’s Contemporary Resort Check out the new Ferryboat Magic Kingdom entrance here! The updated walkway is made of freshly poured concrete and slinks under the monorail tracks… Walkway to Disney’s Contemporary Resort …then follows alongside the track until you reach the crosswalk. Temporary barricades and reflective white and yellow plastic slats create a dividing line between the new path and the resort bus stops. Walkway to Disney’s Contemporary Resort Check out the rennovated walkway for yourself if you need a break from the holiday crowds at the Magic Kingdom! You can hoof it on over to Disney’s Contemporary Resort to check out their awesome Gingerbread Castle display, as well as the Christmasy treats they sell at their snack stand! How do you feel about all the construction that is happening at Disney World right now? Is it a good or bad thing? Tell us your thoughts in the comments below! Related posts: Magic Kingdom’s New Ferryboat Entrance is OPEN! What’s New in the Magic Kingdom: LIMITED-TIME Eats, Must-Have Merch and MORE!! Review! The EPIC Monster Brownie Sundae Has Arrived in Disney World! View the full article

Epcot is transforming right before our very eyes! Spaceship Earth You got it, folks. Epcot is undergoing a MAJOR transformation over the next few years and the evidence is clear in the park. With construction, new shows coming soon, and more construction, it’s hard to keep up with all the changes. Well, one piece of the transformation is complete today and that’s the new Camera Center and Pin Traders merch shop! Camera Center and Pin Traders used to be two separate locations and a while back, both of the retail spots closed. Well, that was all in anticipation of a little makeover happening at Camera Center. Now, Pin Traders occupies the same space and the store is OPEN for business in the shadow of Spaceship Earth. Camera Center Pin Traders Since it’s pretty easy to snap a photo on your cell phone, the needs and wants of a Camera Center have evolved. Camera Center Pin Traders Now Camera Center pretty much consists of a Disney Photopass desk with two kiosks and info on the program. It’s the Camera Center of today! Camera Center Pin Traders On the other side of the store, Pin Traders is sittin’ pretty with those pin-lined walls that we love so much. Camera Center Pin Traders We even spotted some upcoming limited edition pins! This set commemorated the 20th Anniversary of Disney Pin Trading with a SUPER COOL set of pins. The green outer layer opens up to reveal some of our fave Disney characters. How can you not want to collect them all? Camera Center Pin Traders We also spotted these Epcot logo pins. We love the rainbow color scheme! Camera Center Pin Traders AND Camera Center is definitely your stop for 2020 merch. They have a whole wall of it! Camera Center Pin Traders You can take a look at some MORE 2020 merch here! Whether you’re shopping the Camera Center half or the Pin Traders half, you can pay at this sleek new check-out space. Camera Center Pin Traders So, that’s our new Camera Center and Pin Traders! The updated space certainly feels a little more modern than it did — just a sign that the Epcot transformation is underway! Click here to learn more about the Epcot Transformation! What do you think of the new combined Pin Traders and Camera Center? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: NEWS! Epcot’s Future World to Grow Into THREE New Neighborhoods: World Discovery, World Celebration, and World Nature! What’s New in Epcot — a Birthday Cake Muffin, 2020 Merch, and a TON of Construction! CONFIRMED! Space 220 Will Be The Official Name of Epcot’s Space Restaurant! View the full article

We found out A LOT of stuff last week about Disney’s Riviera Resort including a first look inside its super-luxe new digs, which Disney characters you’ll be able to meet at Topolinos (and a sneak peek at their adorable new costumes!) and, of course, all that shiny new Riviera merch! Bar Riva | Photo Courtesy @carlyewisel And now we’re back with even more info about the FOOD you’ll find at this new hotel when it opens on December 16th! That’s right, foodie friends! While last week we found out what drinks we’d be sippin’ on poolside at Riviera’s pool bar, Bar Riva, now we know some of what we’ll be munching on! Bar Riva will feature two salad options including a Tuna Noçoise Salad with seared tuna, crispy greens, potatoes, egg, and a dijon vinaigrette, or a Greek Salad made with tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, feta, crispy greens, vinaigrette and your choice of grilled chicken or shrimp! ©Disney Bar Riva Menu The food offerings also include a selection of hot or cold sandwiches including a Monte Cristo, Spicy Italian Sandwich, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, a signature “Riviera Burger”, and a Harissa-Spiced Chicken Salad served on a pita. ©Disney Bar Riva Menu There’s also a “Bar Favorites” section which includes tasty selections including Shrimp Pasta, Grilled Vegetable Skewer, Grilled Chicken Wings, and Baked Brie in Puff Pastry! YUM! ©Disney Bar Riva Menu And for dessert, you’ll get to choose from either Warm Chocolate Cake, Fresh Seasonal Fruit, and or Classic Tiramisú. Heck, they all sound SO GOOD, we’re just going to get ’em all! ©Disney Bar Riva Menu See the rest of the Bar Riva Menu here! Of course, we’ll be at Disney’s Riviera Resort with live coverage on December 16th, so check back with us while we give you our review on how this stuff actually looks and more importantly TASTES! Until then, make sure you subscribe to our newsletter for all the latest Disney news! Are you excited to scope out Disney’s Riviera Resort when it opens next week? Let us know if you’re planning on touring (or staying!) at the new resort in the comments below! Related posts: BREAKING NEWS! The Menus for Bar Riva and Le Petit Café at Disney’s Riviera Resort Are HERE! What’s New at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Secret Mickey Pretzels, Menu Name Changes, Groovy Merch and MORE! What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Public Water Works, Hot Cocoa, and Baby Yoda? View the full article

The holidays are definitely the most wonderful time of the year, and we’re excited to be celebrating once again with our friends at Wheel of Fortune! Starting tonight, and continuing through this week and next, it’s time for the show’s Secret Santa Weeks. And… for the first time, we’ve teamed up with “Wheel” to make the holidays pretty special for some lucky contestants… and home viewers! During the Secret Santa Weeks, whatever the contestants win… someone at home wins, too! And, that includes all kinds of Disney Vacations – to the Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Cruise Line, Adventures by Disney, and Aulani! I took my friends, Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy and Pluto to join in the holiday fun. I’m happy to share a couple of cool photos. Now, some of you may have heard that “Wheel’s” host, Pat Sajak, had a bit of a health setback during the days we taped these episodes, but I’m happy to report he’s fully recovered and back to work. (If you happen to be at the Walt Disney World Resort next week, come celebrate the Holidays with Pat as he narrates the “Candlelight Processional” at Epcot on December 16, 17 and 18!) So, in a “Wheel of Fortune” first, you’ll see Vanna White step in to take over the hosting duties. (And, you just might see our friends Mickey and Minnie in a whole new light.) And, finally, the set for the show is full of hundreds of your favorite Disney toys, games, plush animals, as well as Disney Holiday décor. (It might help you make a few gift-giving decisions while you watch!) Expect great puzzles, highlights of amazing Disney vacations, spectacular décor, and so much more. (And I’m delighted to say that Goofy didn’t knock over a single thing!) Check your local listing for time and channel, beginning tonight. Buy a vowel! View the full article

Headed to the Most Magical Place On Earth in the next few days? Main Street U.S.A. If you are, you might be curious about what you WON’T be able to do at Disney this week. It’s Monday and that means it’s time to take a look at which Disney World attractions are closed this week in Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom! Refurbishments in Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Railroad You still won’t see the Walt Disney World Railroad on its route around the Magic Kingdom as the train remains stationed at the Main Street Station for the time being. You can stop by for a cute photo op with one of the historic locomotives, but don’t expect a ride on this Disney World staple this week, The Walt Disney Railroad The Railroad closed a few months ago because of the TRON Lightcycle Run construction, which interferes with the track. We don’t have any word on when the return of the Railroad will be, but we do know that the TRON coaster is set to open ahead of the 50th Anniversary of Disney World in 2021. It sure would be nice to be able to hop on the train before that though! Click here to learn everything we know about TRON Lightcycle Run! Refurbishments in Epcot Impressions de France Over in Epcot, we won’t have to wait nearly as long for the reopening of this closed attraction. Impressions de France closed last month to make way for an ALL-NEW Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along attraction in the Palais du Cinema. Impressions de France The Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along will be opening on January 17th and will run in-rotation with Impressions de France, so we don’t have to say goodbye to the beautiful film. C’est magnifique! Heads up: the Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along will feature a twist on the classic tale! We got a sneak peek at the Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along. Click here to see what we found out! Canada Circle-Vision Theater Just around the World Showcase, there’s another closure in Canada. The Canada Circle-Vision Theater is currently closed to prep for a brand new Circle-Vision 360° Film, Canada Far & Wide, which is coming as a replacement to O’ Canada! Canada Far and Wide Canada Far & Wide will also be opening on January 17th, so there’s not too long to wait before we can check out the new film. Curious about Canada Far & Wide? Click here! And that’s all the closures in Disney World this week! So far, there are no refurbishments reported in Hollywood Studios or Animal Kingdom, which is a good thing with the opening of Rise of the Resistance. We’ll let you know if anything changes but for now, that’s all! Check out all the news you might have missed in Disney World last week! Click here! Which attraction are you most looking forward to the return of? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Check Out Which Disney World Attractions are Closed for Refurbishment This Week! Should You Even Go to Disney World with All This Construction? Your Questions Answered. Check Out Which Disney World Attractions are Closed for Refurbishment This Week! View the full article

Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video and today we’re talking about the latest Disney Parks news! Kylo Ren Disney’s MOST anticipated new ride has officially opened at Disney World’s Hollywood Studios, people. Familiar sights are leaving or missing from Epcot annnnd there’s a bunch of new restaurants making their way to Disney World. We talk about all this news and more in our latest DFB 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! So check out the video and then let us know: What change are you most excited about? Related posts: DFB Video: 11 Disney World Mistakes I Make Anyway DFB Video: These Major Disney World Changes Will Affect Your Next Trip DFB Video: Disney’s Hollywood Studios is Being Mean. We’re Here to Help. View the full article

We’re kicking off another week on the Disney Parks Blog with a fun holiday Disney Doodle inspired by the characters of the 1963 film, “The Sword in the Stone.” Here, Merlin uses his magic to add even more lovely holiday decor to the Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe in Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom Park, while Wart and Archimedes look on in amazement. “The Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe is a place where guests can purchase holiday decorations year round!” said artist Ashley Taylor. “It’s easy to imagine Merlin wanting to add some holiday magic to the outside decor.” View the full article

Disney World is in full go, go, go mode with all the new and exciting things coming to the parks! Stormtroopers in Rise of the Resistance Sometimes, there’s just so much going on that you can’t help but miss some of the updates (whoops!). That’s why we’re here to tell you some of the most important news you may have missed this week! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! Rise of the Resistance — FULL COVERAGE! Rise of the Resistance finally opened in Disney World, and we took you with us as we rode it for the first time! Rise of the Resistance Plus, we answered all your burning questions about the ride, told you about two different ride experiences, and gave you a front-row seat to the new attraction’s dedication ceremony! Rise of the Resistance Dedication Ceremony And, to accommodate the long wait times and recent break-downs, we shared that Hollywood Studios will be opening its gates even earlier to guests during the holidays. New Hollywood Studios Sign New Disney Ride, Attraction, and Restaurant Opening Dates, Sneak Peeks, and Details Speaking of grand openings, we found out the opening timelines for attractions like Epcot’s “Awesome Planet” and “Canada Far and Wide,” as well as Hollywood Studios’ Mickey Shorts Theater. Mickey and Minnie Shorts Theater AND we can now share the opening dates for super highly-anticipated coming-soon goodies like the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Hotel and Hollywood Studios’ Roundup Rodeo BBQ. Rodeo Roundup BBQ Concept Art ©Disney We also go to actually experience — and give you the details all bout — the new twist coming to the Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along in Epcot AND its opening date. Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along We even got to see INSIDE Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway (it’s so fun!), and we even got you the opening date for Hollywood Studios’ upcoming attraction. Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Facade Concept Art ©Disney Oh, and we can’t forget our adorable squeak peek of the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure ride vehicles! This fun attraction is opening in Summer 2020 in Epcot’s France Pavilion! Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Ride Vehicle We also told you about how the seasons will change at the new Festival Pavilion in Epcot and how Duck Tales will be making its way to the World Showcase (woo-oo!). New Festival Pavilion ©Disney And, you know we HAD to check out more info on the Space 220 Restaurant this week as well as try some eats from the Regal Eagle Smokehouse, both coming soon to Epcot! Sliced Hardwood Smoked Pork Riviera Resort Sneak Peek and Restaurants Tour Buuut, those aren’t the only sneak peeks we gave you guys! We took you on a tour of the Riviera Resort and its highly anticipated restaurant, Topolino’s Terrace. Plus, we may have even spotted Mickey and Minnie’s themed costumes too! Topolino’s Terrace | Photo Courtesy @carlyewisel Merchandise Updates Just in time for the holidays, the Belle of the Ball Bronze Color Collection made its way into the Disney Parks with plenty of sequins and sparkles. Belle of the Ball Loungefly Backpack We are living for all the new eats, attractions, and merchandise making their way into Disney World! And, you can keep up with each bit of Disney news we find by subscribing to our newsletter! What are you looking forward to spotting the most in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Here It IS!! The ULTIMATE LIST of Upcoming Disney Attractions, Rides, and Restaurants WITH Opening Dates!! 2019 Disney Restaurant ULTIMATE GUIDE: What You Need To Know About EVERY Restaurant Opening In Disney World and Disneyland in 2019! Banshee or Millennium Falcon? Is Disney World’s Pandora STILL More Popular Than Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? View the full article

While you’ll have to hop onto Smugglers Run or Rise of the Resistance to jump to hyperspace, you can be as quick as the Jedi during the runDisney events! ©runDisney If you’ve been gearing up for the Star Wars Rival Run Weekend, you’ll be excited to know that you won’t be looking at carbonite or beskar as your finishing prizes! That’s right, runners! We’re giving you a first look at the Star Wars Rival Run medals for the upcoming event! From April 16th through April 19th, 2020, guests from all around the galaxy will be participating in the 5K, 10K, half-marathons, and other races being offered during the weekend. Kids Can Even Join In on the Fun! Power through the 5K to earn the medal featuring Ahsoka Tano… Rival Run 5K Medal …Or find your balance (in the Force) to earn the 10K medal with Princess Leia and a Stormtrooper! Rival Run 10K Medal Complete the half marathon you will to earn the half-marathon medal with Yoda too! Rival Run Half Marathon Medal Runners can also participate in the Rival Run Challenge with the completion of the 10K and the half marathon during the race weekend in Disney World for the TIE Fighter medal. Rival Run Challenge Medal Or, they can take part in the Kessel Run Challenge with the completion of the half marathon in the parks and the virtual half marathon at home for the Millennium Falcon medal (Han would be so proud!). Kessel Run Challenge Medal Speaking of the virtual half-marathon, the runners that want to join the cause during the Star Wars Rival Run Weekend (but can’t make it to Disney World) can also participate from home where they can earn the Chewbacca medal! Rival Run Virtual Half Marathon Medal You can check out more information and register for the races on the Star Wars Rival Run event page! And, don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter for more updates on runDisney races! Will you be participating in the Star Wars Rival Run Weekend in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Cruise Across the Galaxy (And Visit Galaxy’s Edge in Disney World) with the NEW Stormtrooper Plane! Stop the Presses! These NEW Baby Yoda MagicBands, Phone Cases, and MORE Are MUST-Gets For Mandalorian Fans! What’s New in Disney Springs! Happy Hours, Star Wars Shoes AND New Bags, and Minnie Ears Ornaments! View the full article

Ever since the release of The Mandalorian on Disney+, fans have completely fallen in love with Baby Yoda (we have too!!). “The Child” from Disney+’s The Mandalorian ©Disney While we’ve already spotted the Baby Yoda plush, Pop Socket, and Pop Funkos, it’s time to take “The Child” with us wherever we go in Disney World! That’s right! D-Tech at the Marketplace Co-Op in Disney Springs has given us the newest (and the cutest) Baby Yoda merch! The Mandalorian Merch We can’t help but feel proud of whatever Baby Yoda does in The Mandalorian (still can’t get over him using the Force tbh). Show off your love for The Child with the “My Child Can Levitate Your Child” Magnet for $15! “My Child Can Levitate Your Child” Magnet Or, if you’re like the Mandalorian himself, you might know that children can be a lil bit difficult during galactic travel. That’s why you can use the “The Child on Board” Magnet for $15 to signal that you’ve got your own Baby Yoda chilling in the back (maybe playing with a metal ball too). “The Child on Board” Magnet Basically everything about Baby Yoda is adorable. Yes, it was even cute when he ate that frog!! You can look almost as sweet as your favorite little guy with The Child Magic Band for $24.99… The Child Magic Band …and the matching The Child Phone Case for $29.99! The Child Phone Case We would do anything to protect Baby Yoda. But, honestly, he’s pretty capable of looking out for himself (again, he can use the Force!!). Channel Baby Yoda’s strength with the Protect, Attack, Snack The Child Magic Band for $24.99… Protect, Attack, Snack The Child Magic Band …along with the Protect, Attack, Snack The Child Phone Case for $29.99. (We just love him so much!) Protect, Attack, Snack The Child Phone Case Sooo, we definitely want to buy all of these. How about you?? You can keep up with all the Baby Yoda merch we find around the parks by subscribing to our newsletter! What’s your favorite Baby Yoda item? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: CUTE ALERT! Become Part of the Family with the NEW Partners Statue Phone Case in Disney World! What’s New at Disney Springs — Halloween Shakes, Dooney & Bourke’s Anniversary, And Disney Tees Galore! NEW Gorgeous Coach Designer Ears Have Arrived in Disney World and Boy, are They PRICEY! View the full article

Whether or not you’ve been enjoying the new holiday lights experience, LET IT GLOW, now there’s even another way to light up the night at Disneyland Resort! Downtown Disney You’ll find this sweet, holiday deal over at Downtown Disney! For the holiday season, the Downtown Disney’s Wetzel’s Pretzels location is selling Light-Up Holiday Mugs! Each one of these exclusive mugs features a cute little pretzel design and GLOWS! ©Wetzels Pretzels You can get the mug for $12.99, which includes any beverage of your choice! And the best part? Refills are only a buck! So hurry on down to Wetzel’s Pretzels in Disneyland Resort to get in on this glowingly good deal before it burns 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!! Have you seen the new LET IT GLOW installation in Downtown Disney? Tell us what you thought of it here! Related posts: The BRAND NEW Santa Hamm Apple is the Cutest Apple We’ve Seen in Disneyland! NEWS! Downtown Disney Is About “LET IT GLOW” with a NEW Holiday Light Experience! Check Out the Holiday Treat That’s Driving Disneyland Crazy RIGHT NOW! View the full article

We are LOVING all the Christmas merch popping up around the Disney Parks! Christmas Merch While we’ve been doing plenty of our holiday shopping in the stores, we’ve also been catching those festive deals online (yaaas!). And, we’re super excited for new items arriving just in time for Christmas and New Year’s! If you’re looking for a gift that will keep on giving this holiday season, shopDisney is coming out with a new series and exciting merch! ©shopDisney On December 16th, you can bake up some Christmas goodies with the new Disney Eats merch (save us a treat or two!)… ©shopDisney …or you can ring in the New Year with the Alex and Ani Mickey & Minnie Mouse 2020 Bangle! ©shopDisney Minnie is one of the most stylish characters of them all. That’s why we’re looking forward to seeing the Yoo-Hoo Monthly Collectible Series arriving online January 1st, 2020! ©shopDisney We can’t wait to snag some of these items when they make their debut on shopDisney soon. We’ll share more details as they’re released! You can check back to see what other merch is coming to shopDisney by subscribing to our newsletter too! What are you looking forward to spotting on shopDisney the most? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Christmas Time is HERE! The shopDisney Holiday Shop Is Now OPEN! NEWS: The NEW Frozen 2 Dresses Have Landed on shopDisney and They’re BIG TIME on Sale! Abracadabra! The Disney Wisdom Collection Is NEW and Blue in Disney Stores! View the full article

Grab your shopping bags ’cause another color trend has made its way to Disney World! ©Disney We’ve already spotted Imagination Pink, Potion Purple, and Arendelle Aqua, among others, but now we’re turning to a tale as old as time for the inspiration behind this new line! The Belle of the Ball Bronze Collection is dancing its way into the parks! Belle of the Ball Bronze Collection This color might be simple, but it can go with SO many outfits!! Carry around your enchanted mirrors with the Belle of the Ball Loungefly Backpack… Belle of the Ball Loungefly Backpack …with lots of sequins and adorable Mickey ears for $90! Belle of the Ball Loungefly Backpack If you’re ready to go shopping for the holidays (or a new ball gown), keep all your cards in the Belle of the Ball Mini Loungefly Wristlet… Belle of the Ball Mini Loungefly Wristlet …with a big faux leather bow for $40. Belle of the Ball Mini Loungefly Wristlet Want to bring the parks back home with you for Christmas? Then, you can hang the Belle of the Ball Ornament on your tree for $25.99! Belle of the Ball Ornament If you want to look stylish and sparkly, you can pick up the Belle of the Ball Minnie Ears Shirt for $39.99… Belle of the Ball Minnie Ears Shirt …which would pair perfectly with the Belle of the Ball Leggings for $39.99! Belle of the Ball Leggings We know that you would look like a Beast in the Belle of the Ball Hat for $27.99… Belle of the Ball Hat …or look like a Beauty in the Belle of the Ball Minnie Ears for $27.99! Belle of the Ball Minnie Ears With the temperatures dropping for December, the Belle of the Ball Spirit Jersey is the perfect way to stay warm this winter! Belle of the Ball Spirit Jersey Oh, isn’t this amazing? There’s plenty of bronze sparkles in the splatter effect at bottom of the spirit jersey… Belle of the Ball Spirit Jersey …and the Walt Disney World logo even has a few flecks of gold for $64.99! Belle of the Ball Spirit Jersey The color trend game won’t be ever just the same after you pick up the Belle of the Ball Bronze Collection in Disney World! And, you can keep up with any more color trend merch we spot in the parks by subscribing to our newsletter! What’s your favorite Belle of the Ball item? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: The Coco Souvenir Mug Has Danced into Disney World! NEW Gorgeous Coach Designer Ears Have Arrived in Disney World and Boy, are They PRICEY! ANOTHER New MagicBand Has Bibbity Bobbity Booed Its Way into Disney World! View the full article

We can’t contain our excitement for the debut of the latest new color collection, Belle of the Ball Bronze, as it hits Disney Parks around the world and online at shopDisney.com today! Belle of the Ball Bronze is inspired by the Academy Award-winning animated feature, “Beauty and the Beast” from Walt Disney Animation Studios. This stunning collection is now available at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Paris, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Shanghai Disney Resort and online at shopDisney.com. Say “Bonjour!” to this sparkling collection featuring a wide assortment of items, from headwear and accessories to men and women’s apparel. There is something for everyone. Don’t believe me? Ask the dishes! At Walt Disney World Resort, show off your bling with a variety of Belle of the Ball Bronze items, including a Minnie Mouse ear headband, baseball hat, Walt Disney World spirit jersey, and even a baseball hat. Then, join the fairytale along Belle herself in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park. These glowing items are available at: Emporium at Magic Kingdom Park Once Upon a Time at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Mouse Gear at Epcot World of Disney and Disney Style in Disney Springs Discovery Trading Company at Disney’s Animal Kingdom At Disneyland Resort, get ready to rock your all-new Belle of the Bronze wardrobe, including a sweatshirt, women’s T-shirt, mini backpack by Loungefly, leggings, baseball hat, and of course, Disneyland spirit jersey. Be sure to pick up a Belle of the Ball Bronze Mickey Mouse plush, just in time for the holidays. Then, grab a bite at Red Rose Taverne, a charming fairytale eatery in Fantasyland, before you meet Belle face to face at Royal Hall! Pick up these exciting new items at: Emporium at Disneyland park Elias & Co. at Disney California Adventure park World of Disney at Downtown Disney At Disneyland Paris, in the country that inspired it all, sport an assortment of items including the Minnie ear headband and mini backpack by Loungefly, complete with matching Disneyland Paris spirit jersey. You can live the tale as old as time at the Disney Illuminations show at Disneyland Park. No trip to Disneyland Paris is complete without it! We all know that beauty is within, but who says you can’t wear it as well at Hong Kong Disneyland? Be sure to pick up your Minnie ear headband, mini backpack by Loungefly, and women’s t-shirt while you indulge in a delectable egg puff with Earl Grey tea custard or a mouthwatering milk & dark chocolate mousse cake. These delightful treats are anything BUT the “same old bread and rolls.” At Shanghai Disney Resort, rock the new Belle of the Bronze ears while checking out the Mandarin production of award-winning hit Broadway musical, “Beauty and the Beast” in the Walt Disney Grand Theatre at Disneytown! Above, check out actress Gloria Guo (“Belle” in the production) sporting the headwear in the lobby of the Grand Theatre! Can’t make it out of your castle to the Disney parks? No problem! Eight of these glittering items, including an ornament, Loungefly backpack wristlet, and Minnie ear headband, are available on shopDisney.com. Don’t forget to use #BelleoftheBallBronze when you venture to the great wide somewhere wearing your “Beauty and the Beast”-inspired styles! View the full article

Happy weekend! 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! We hope you’ll take a look at them right here! There are lot of BRAND NEW 2020 DISCOUNTS for Disney World Hotels and Packages, and we’ve got them all here! FULL Menus and EVERY SINGLE food photo is up for Disney World’s Festival of the Holidays! And be sure to check out our BEST of the Fest! Gingerbread Cookie Sandwich We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… All the News From the Disney Parks Rise of the Resistance is OPEN – check out the boarding groups on day one! <—BIG NEWS! Check out what we thought about Rise of the Resistance after our first ride! And get answers to all your questions here! <– BIGGER NEWS! ;-D We got a sneak peek INSIDE Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway! Find out what ride experience is better on Rise of the Resistance. Hollywood Studios extends park hours for Rise of the Resistance! See how Disney is handling the breakdowns at Rise of the Resistance. <—BIG NEWS! Go inside Disney’s Riviera Resort! Check out the photo tour inside Topolino’s Terrace. And check out the new character costumes. Find out why Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion is closing temporarily. Check out what’s new at Epcot. New menus released for Disney’s Riviera Resort. We shared what’s new at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Check out the new seating area at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’. New holiday RED BOX collection at Sprinkles. We were LIVE at the dedication ceremony for Rise of the Resistance. The opening time has been announced for the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser. <—HOTEL NEWS! Check out what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Make Jack Jack’s Num Num Cookies at home! There’s been a change in the celebrity narrator lineup for the Candlelight Processional. See another change here! Everything you need to know about Rise of the Resistance in the Play Disney Parks app. The new restrooms are open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We shared what’s new at the Magic Kingdom. The new holiday Nutcracker Tiki Mugs are here! You can build your own gingerbread house at Disney’s Grand Californian. We shared details on when the Mickey Shorts Theater will open. Check out the latest news on the new Festival Pavilion coming to Epcot. We shared the opening timeline for the new Rodeo Roundup BBQ in Toy Story Land. The opening date was announced for the ‘Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along’ in Epcot. An opening date was announced for Epcot’s new ‘Awesome Planet’ film. We shared details on the new DuckTales World Showcase Adventure coming to Epcot. See when ‘Canada Far and Wide’ is opening at Epcot – plus more details! More details were revealed for Epcot’s Space 200 Restaurant. Find out when Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway is opening. Check out the ride vehicles for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. What you need to know about Rise of the Resistance in Galaxy’s Edge. See how you can get a discount on Dole Whip at Disneyland. The new seating area is open at Liberty Square in the Magic Kingdom. Check out the new mural at Disney’s Riviera Resort. Take a look at the preview of the new ‘Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along.’ Disneyland After Dark tickets are on sale now for Annual Passholders. Check out the new sweepstakes from Freeform. See what caused Typhoon Lagoon to close this week. Find out why Planet Hollywood is getting sued. We shared what’s new at Disney’s All Star Resorts. Check out which attractions are closed this week. New mini holiday sampler available at Sprinkles and check out the December flavors! DFB Reviews We reviewed a new holiday donut at Wilderness Lodge. Check out the new Gingerbread Bundt. We reviewed the Mike Wazowski Cupcake at Disney World. There’s a new Nutcracker Sundae in Disney Springs. Check out the new Egg Nog Cupcake at Wilderness Lodge. This new Elf Dome is almost too cute to eat! See the Epcot Food and Wine Festival treat that’s still around! We checked out a super tall Christmas Tree Cupcake! Take a look at the cute Reindeer Float! We reviewed a new Frozen Peppermint Mocha. Check out our latest review of tapas from Jaleo in Disney Springs. We reviewed the new Strawberry Dream Rossini. Check out the Peppermint Cannoli in Disney Springs. We reviewed the new Birthday Cake Muffin. Irish Cream Cold Brew has arrived at Starbucks in the parks. We checked out the food coming to Epcot’s Regal Eagle Smokehouse. We reviewed the new Christmas Tree Cupcake at Animal Kingdom. Check out the new Sikukuu Cocktail at the Animal Kingdom! We reviewed the White Chocolate Peppermint Cream Cheese Mousse! This new Polar Bear Cupcake is a sweet holiday treat! We reviewed the new Citrus Apple Cotton Candy at the Magic Kingdom. Check out the Minty Yule Log Shake at Disney California Adventure. You want to get this new Gingerbread Cookie Sandwich in Epcot! We reviewed lunch at Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. We reviewed the new Hot Cocoa Cupcake at Disney World. Check out the Cookie Dough Funnel Cake in Disney Springs. Must-Have Merchandise Check out this new ‘it’s a small world’ bracelet. NEW Belle of the Ball Bronze merchandise coming soon! <—NEW COLOR TREND! Look at the deep discounts on this Haunted Mansion merch. We spotted Disney holiday goodies at Target! Take a look at the newest ‘Frozen 2’ phone cases. Check out the merchandise coming to Disney’s Riviera Resort. How to stuff your stockings with Disney merch for less than $20. Check out these unique accessories at Disney World. There’s a new Pooh Cozy Knit plush toy. Check out the Annual Passholder specials in Disney Springs. New ‘The Mandalorian’ Funko Pop figures in Disney World. Take a peek at these cute Disney Parks PEZ dispensers. See how you can take a Christmas Tree Trail poster home. Check out the gift card promotion at Wine Bar George. Check out the new Jango Fett Stein at Hollywood Studios. We’re loving the new ‘Frozen 2’ Wishables. Take a look at the new Rise of the Resistance merchandise. We have a preview of the merchandise for Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. Check out the newest Baby Yoda merchandise! Take a look at these fun new Adventureland Patches at Disney World. Check out the T-Shirt Design Lab in the Magic Kingdom. Baby Yoda Funko Pop figures have arrived. And so have Baby Yoda plush toys! What you need to know about getting your Nutcracker Tiki Mug. Check out the cute ‘Lady and the Tramp’ dog bowls. We love this new vintage Mickey Mouse MagicBand. Check out the new holiday pin at Disneyland. New Pixar holiday popcorn bucket in Disneyland. Ever more 2020 merchandise has arrived at Disney World. Disney Cruise Line’s Cyber Week deals! Check out these cute basketball Minnie Ears. More collectible Mobile Order buttons are coming to Disneyland. Take a peek at more of the new ‘Frozen 2’ merchandise at Disney World. NEW DFB YouTube Videos Festival of the Holidays Best of the Fest 7 Technologies We Want to See More Of in Disney World 7 Things You Need to Buy Before Disney Raises the Price Disney World Secrets No One Has Noticed Yet Disney Ride Tips and Challenges for the Competitive Traveler New DFB Video — 7 Technologies We Want to See More of in Disney World 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: 7 Technologies We Want to See More of in Disney World — and don’t forget to subscribe here.  Deal of the Week: Pre-Order the 2020 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining for 25% off It’s time to pre-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! DFB Reader Finds If you find a fun new food — or other edible awesomeness — in or around Disney, share a photo with us on instagram, facebook, or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds each Sunday. Storybook Dining at Artist Point is on our list of must-do character meals at Disney World. And, DFB reader @SeaWitchStitch had a chance to check it out recently, sharing: “Tried Storybook Dining tonight. Food was the best of any character meal I’ve had. Appetizers were weakest (their current mushroom bisque was like a shot of pure salt). But everything else was pretty delicious.” Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share a photo with us on instagram, facebook, or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds. On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared this cute Dooney & Bourke 10th anniversary bag. WDW for Grownups shared a holiday-themed Monorail Crawl. Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe from Toledo – Tapas, Steak, and Seafood. Disney Family shared a recipe for Mickey Shaped Wreath Cookies. 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: Here It IS!! The ULTIMATE LIST of Upcoming Disney Attractions, Rides, and Restaurants WITH Opening Dates!! 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This year Disney World has been going through some serious “ch-ch-ch-changes”! Magic Kingdom As with every change, there have been some good, bad, and in between, and Disney fans will ALWAYS let you know what’s what! Today we’re looking at some of the recent changes in the DW that Disney Worlders have actually really LIKED! Water Bottle Refill Stations We don’t think we’re breaking any news here when we say Florida is HOT! To stay hydrated in the parks, it is all too easy to go a little crazy buying water bottles (which becomes expensive REAL fast). But now, Disney World has made it MUCH easier to bring a water bottle to the park that you can refill, providing multiple water bottle refill stations around the parks! Refillable Water Bottle Station Refillable bottle stations are designed to send a single stream of filtered water into your water bottle or cup without touching the bottle, making them the perfect way to fill up any container you bring into the parks with you. While currently there are only a handful of refillable bottle stations around the parks, we have seen them popping up in newer sections such as Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, which gives us some hope that we will see more of this eco-friendly water option in the future! Click here for everything you need to know about the refillable water stations! Discounted Upgraded MagicBands for Resort Guests For Disney World Resort guests and Annual Passholders, this year brought with it the opportunity for a big MagicBand upgrade! MagicBands for Resort Guests While Disney Resort hotel guests and new and renewing Annual Passholders originally were only offered a small selection of solid colors for their complimentary MagicBand, they are now presented with the option to upgrade to a varying selection of printed MagicBands featuring characters, films, rides, and more! The pre-arrival purchase price is typically more than half off the retail price you would find in the parks, with prices varying by design and some limited edition designs cycling through periodically. This was one seriously welcome change, and has really helped to UP our MagicBand style game! Click here to read about the MagicBand Upgrades for resort guests! Removal of Leave a Legacy Monoliths It would be easier to list what’s NOT changing at Epcot in the coming years versus what IS changing! While there’s a wide spectrum of reactions to each of the changes coming, one change that has been widely welcomed has been the removal of the Leave a Legacy monoliths at the entrance of Epcot to make way for a new entrance! Leave a Legacy Monoliths Disney previously announced that the Leave A Legacy photos are being moved to a new setting outside the park’s gateway, and instead the space will make way for new pathways, green spaces and a newly reimagined fountain! The monoliths weren’t everyone’s favorite decor element in Epcot, and lush gardens and topiaries seem much more fitting for the space. We don’t think we’re alone in our excitement for the new entrance, which we think will be a very positive change to what guests initially see walking into Epcot! Read more about the Epcot entrance transformation here! Refillable Mug Upgrade While we wouldn’t blame you for filing this one under “too soon to tell”, we’re pretty excited to see the reaction to the new refillable mug upgrade being offered at Disney World! Skyliner Refillable Mug Instead of the typical plastic mug, Disney is offering a new refillable mug with a totally NEW design and material! The new Disney Skyliner Refillable Mug is sleek and made of insulated stainless steel! If that weren’t enough, the mug is also part of Disney World’s Refillable Mug Program, which is HUGE! For $10 bucks, guests with the Disney Dining Plan can choose to upgrade to these mugs rather than the standard plastic ones included in their plans. It is worth noting that the Skyliner Refillable Mug, at $29.99, does cost $10 more than the standard Plastic Refillable Mug, but know there are some who will see the change in material as worth the price bump! Read all about the refillable mug upgrade here! All in all, Disney World has been making some AWESOME changes lately, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds for the Most Magical Place on Earth! Read about all the ways Magic Kingdom has been REALLY upping its game lately! What do you think of the recent changes to Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: These NEW MagicBand Colors Coming to Disney World are MINT to Be! Guest Review: The NEW Tea Experience at Epcot’s Rose & Crown Dining Room! DFB Video: FastPass+ Tips The DISNEY PROS Use And So Should You! View the full article

This week, we celebrated the debut of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with an amazing live stream of the attraction’s official dedication at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. If you missed it, you can still watch this weekend. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is one of the most ambitious, advanced and immersive experiences ever undertaken by Disney Imagineering. On each adventure, guests will join the Resistance and depart from Batuu in a transport ship to meet General Leia Organa at a secret rendezvous point. However, on their way to the hidden base, guests are intercepted and taken prisoner by the First Order as their ship is drawn into the hangar bay of a Star Destroyer. The action then ramps up as guests seek to escape the clutches of Kylo Ren and the First Order. Check out our earlier Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance story for more details. Also this week, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Bob Chapek shared exciting updates on some of the experiences currently in development across the resort, including the announcement that Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway is opening March 4, 2020 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will also begin “transporting” guests to a galaxy far, far away in 2021! In this new type of immersive vacation, you’ll become the hero of your own adventure in an experience that surrounds you 24/7 in Star Wars storytelling. There are many more exciting updates in our earlier New Details, Dates for Experiences at Disney Parks story. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. ‘Frozen’ Experiences Worth Melting Over at Disneyland Resort – This holiday season, see “Frozen 2” now in theaters and come experience the magic of “Frozen” and “Frozen 2” at the Disneyland Resort. Foodie Guide to Holidays 2019 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios – The holiday season is in full swing at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this year with tons of decorations, special shows, and of course, the FOOD! Disney’s DuckTales World Showcase Adventure Announced for Play Disney Parks Mobile App at Epcot – Our favorite web-footed family is heading to Epcot! New Details Revealed on Restaurants Coming to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios – This year we’ve announced several new dining experiences coming to Walt Disney World Resort, and now we’re excited to share a few more details on three of the restaurants coming soon to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Exploring the Five Senses During the Holidays at Disneyland Resort – Did you know the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort are filled with not only marvelous sights and festive sounds, but also wonderful scents to smell, things to feel with your hands and delectable treats to taste? Support the Resistance or First Order With New Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Jobs in the Play Disney Parks App – If you’ve traveled to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, you may be familiar with the Star Wars: Datapad, a land-wide interactive experience available through the Play Disney Parks mobile app. There are so many ways to explore with your Datapad – and we’re excited to share details on two new jobs at Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance! View the full article

Disney’s Armed Forces Salute is a fantastic money saving offer available to military members and their families. It offers huge theme park ticket and resort room discounts. Because the discounts are so much bigger that the Regular Disney Military Discounts there are quite a few strict rules and restrictions for the Salute offer. The number of […] The post Use Disney’s Armed Forces Salute Multiple Times! appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article