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Earlier this morning we reported the Disney Skyliner was back up and runnin’ after the collision that occurred on October 5th. This collision resulted in many passengers being stranded on the Skyliner for up to 3 hours. Disnet Skyliner And now with the gondolas transporting guests once more, Disney has just released an official update about Skyliner’s status! According to Disney, “Following a complete review with the manufacturer, we’ve made adjustments to our processes and training, and we are improving how we communicate with guests during their flight with Disney Skyliner.” Disney Skyliner Read more about guests experiencing being stuck on Skyliner here! Disney went on to say, “Beginning today, guests may travel aboard Disney Skyliner from 8 AM to 10:30 PM. However, system updates later this week will result in the following modified operating hours for Oct. 16-18.” Oct. 16: The Disney Hollywood Studios line will be closed while the other two lines will be available from 1 PM – 10:30 PM. Oct. 17-18: All lines will be open from 1 PM – 10:30 PM. Art of Animation and Pop Century Skyliner Station Disney also provided this helpful reminder: “Similar to ski lift systems, Disney Skyliner may slow or come to some stops during the ride, particularly when we need to accommodate guests who require additional time to load their cabin. We want to assure you that the comfort of every guest is important to us.” Epcot International Gateway Skyliner Station For more tips about riding the Disney Skyliner, click here! We’re excited that the Skyliner is back and looking forward to our next flight soon. Are you? Will you be riding the Disney Skyliner now that it has re-opened? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Disney Skyliner Gondola System FAQ: YOUR Questions About The Skyliner Answered! Disney World Skyliner Gondola PRO TIPS: Here’s What You Need To Know Before You FLY! Get a Bird’s Eye View from INSIDE a Disney World Skyliner Gondola! View the full article

Hey, guys! We’re back with another DFB Video and today we’re getting down to the serious business 8 things that Disney doesn’t want us to tell you! Spaceship Earth With tons of ways to save money, FREEBIES, and simple hacks — Disney totes doesn’t want us to tell you about these bomb tips. From NEVER paying rack rate for your hotel room to purchasing fuel rods ahead of time to save money, we’ve got tons of under-the-radar tips to help you have the best Disney trip yet! Get all this and more in our latest DFB Video.  If you don’t want to write all these stellar tips down, be sure to download our PDF with all the info. You can check that out here! And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! So check out the video and then let us know: Your favorite money-saving Disney hack! Related posts: DFB Video: How to OUTSMART the Crowds in Disney World DFB Video: Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2019!! DFB Video: New Disney Dishes That We LOVED (And One We REALLY Didn’t) View the full article

We know many of you have been looking for an update on Disney Skyliner and are glad to share that it has reopened to guests today. Following a complete review with the manufacturer, we’ve made adjustments to our processes and training, and we are improving how we communicate with guests during their flight with Disney Skyliner. We again offer our deepest apologies to the guests impacted by the malfunction that resulted in extended operating delays on Oct. 5. Beginning today, guests may travel aboard Disney Skyliner from 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. However, system updates later this week will result in the following modified operating hours for Oct. 16-18: Oct. 16: The Disney Hollywood Studios line will be closed while the other two lines will be available from 1 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Oct. 17-18: All lines will be open from 1 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Similar to ski lift systems, Disney Skyliner may slow or come to some stops during the ride, particularly when we need to accommodate guests who require additional time to load their cabin. We want to assure you that the comfort of every guest is important to us. As a reminder, Disney Skyliner connects Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios to four Disney resort hotels: Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort (and the forthcoming Disney’s Riviera Resort, a Disney Vacation Club resort set to open Dec. 16, 2019). We greatly appreciate your ongoing patience and understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you back aboard Disney Skyliner. View the full article

CELEBRATION, Fla. (Oct. 14, 2019) – Today, Newsweek announced that Disney Cruise Line topped its list of brands that exemplify America’s best customer service for the second year in a row. Customers ranked Disney Cruise Line as the no. 1 company overall, across a variety of industries, as well as in the cruise line operator category. “Great service is at the heart of everything we do,” said Jeff Vahle, president of Disney Cruise Line. “If you have sailed with us, you know that our Crew Members pay close attention to the details. They take the time to understand your preferences and go out of their way to turn ordinary encounters into magical moments. It’s what we are known for at Disney, and we couldn’t be prouder of this recognition from Newsweek.” Newsweek and Statista identified America’s Best Customer Service brands based on an independent survey of more than 20,000 U.S. customers who have either made purchases, used services, or gathered information about products or services in the past three years. Customers were asked whether they would recommend brands to friends or family and to assess brands in the following areas: quality of communications, professional competence, range of services, customer focus and accessibility. For a full list of awards, visit Newsweek.com. Disney Cruise Line blends the magic of Disney entertainment with the excitement of ocean cruising, offering incredible onboard experiences and itineraries to the sun-drenched destinations of the Caribbean year-around and awe-inspiring seasonal sailings throughout Alaska and Europe. Most Caribbean itineraries also include a stop at Castaway Cay, Disney Cruise Line’s award-winning private island in The Bahamas. Plus, for the first time next year, Disney Cruise Line will set sail from New Orleans onboard the Disney Wonder. The world of “The Princess and the Frog” is brought to life like never before onboard the Disney Wonder, which features exciting new enhancements, including the addition of a New Orleans-themed lounge that transports guests deeper into the heart of the city’s iconic French Quarter. Disney Cruise Line continues to expand its horizons, with new ships scheduled for delivery in 2021, 2022 and 2023. The name of the highly anticipated fifth Disney Cruise Line ship, Disney Wish, was recently announced along with the ship’s featured stern characters – Rapunzel and her feisty sidekick Pascal. The Disney Wish is scheduled for delivery in late 2021 and will set sail in January 2022. All three new ships will be powered by liquefied natural gas and, at approximately 144,000 gross tons and 1,250 guest staterooms, be slightly larger than the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy. For a look at the latest concepts, visit the Disney Parks Blog. To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, guests can contact their travel agent, visit disneycruise.com or call Disney Cruise Line at 888-DCL-2500. Travel agents can call Disney Cruise Line at 888-325-2500 or visit disneytravelagents.com. ### View the full article

While the Disney Skyliner only opened September 29th, Disney World has already dealt with some technical difficulties. Disnet Skyliner Due to a collision, many guests were left stranded inside the gondolas for up to 3 hours (yikes). Buuut, it appears the issues regarding the Skyliner has been resolved ’cause they’re back open! Disney World announced that the Skyliner would be closed until further notice, but we’re excited that the new transportation system has finally re-opened for guests’ use after being closed for a little over a week. Disney Skyliner Reopens A few days ago, Disney released a statement after the incident, stating “We have a team diligently looking into the cause of the malfunction on the Epcot line of the Disney Skyliner. We have been in contact with the guests, many of whom were on the Skyliner for more than three hours until we were able to restart the system. We express our sincere apologies for the inconvenience and continue to work with each guest individually.” Disney Skyliner Now Open Although we might not ever fully know went wrong that day and why the gondolas piled up, we do know what it’s like to actually be stuck inside the Skyliners for three hours, thanks to DFB followers! Skyliner sailing to Epcot We’re happy that Disney fixed any issues with the Skyliner Gondola System and that it’s finally BACK! Time to fly, you guys! Have you been on the Skyliners yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Disney World’s Skyliner Gondola System is Now Visible on the My Disney Experience App! 4 BIG Disney World Transportation Transformations (And What They Mean For YOU)! Disney World Skyliner Gondola PRO TIPS: Here’s What You Need To Know Before You FLY! View the full article

Join Disney Parks Moms Panelist Nancy as she shares all that’s included on Disney Cruise Line. Wow! From staterooms with plenty of room to world-class Disney entertainment, the magic on a Disney cruise can’t be beat. Kids’ clubs for every age and uniquely themed restaurants means you and your entire family can create incredible memories to last a lifetime. And let’s not forget 24-hour room service and all-you-can-eat ice cream on deck. Let the magic begin! For more great Disney cruise tips, or for general Disney vacation questions, visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for an answer from one of our panelists. Panelists receive compensation for their participation on the Disney Parks Moms Panel. View the full article

Today, October 14, is National Dessert Day! We’re celebrating by taking a tasty look at some of the best sweets and treats you can find at Disney Parks that are distinctively Disney – those desserts that have been directly inspired by Disney characters, attractions, or films. Check out the video above to find out how Mickey Mouse, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, Simba, the movie “Beauty and the Beast” – and even the Matterhorn attraction at Disneyland park – inspired a few of our parks’ most unforgettable desserts. What Disney dessert tops your list? Tell us in the comments section below! View the full article

We might be halfway through Spooktober, but that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on all the terrifying treats in Disney World! BoardWalk Bakery And, we’re taking you over to the BoardWalk for some frighteningly fun desserts for the Halloween season! The BoardWalk Bakery is serving up some sinister snacks this Fall! While we spotted the new Vampire Mickey Topper on the Banana Pudding… Halloween Banana Pudding …our sight (and fangs) were set on the Bat Caramel Cream Puff flying into the bakery! While the soft cream puff isn’t new, the chocolate bat wings and edible purple glitter sprinkled on top are giving it a Halloween makeover! Bat Caramel Cream Puff Since the dessert was kept in the cooler, the cream puff was nice and chilly. After one bite, the pastry melted in our mouths along with the sugar on top. Bat Caramel Cream Puff Although the caramel flavor in the cream wasn’t very strong, the custard was light and airy instead. The chocolate wings added a nice crunch and that bonus chocolate-caramel flavor to tie it all together. Bat Caramel Cream Puff You can flutter into the BoardWalk Bakery and get your Bat Caramel Cream Puff for $4.29 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit! Looking for more Disney World Halloween treats? We’ve got FULL REVIEWS and food photos of ALL the Halloween Treats in the Magic Kingdom here! And check out these three brand new Halloween desserts in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Have you tried BoardWalk Bakery’s Cream Puff? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Halloween is HERE in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! DFB Video: Disney Dining Plan SECRETS You Need To Know Before You Go to Disney World! Your Ultimate Spooky Guide To ALL The Halloween Popcorn Buckets in Disneyland AND Disney World! View the full article

October is the time for some tricks, but especially lots of treats. Sprinkles in Disney Springs And, in Disney Springs and Downtown Disney, there’s something baking up just in time to start your Monday off right! On Monday, October 14th, Sprinkles is celebrating National Dessert Day with a cupcake DEAL! ©Sprinkles If you buy 3 cupcakes, you’ll get a 4th one of equal or lesser value for FREE! Yaaaas!! And, while you can stop by the stores in Disney World and Disneyland to snag your favorite flavors, you can also take advantage of the deal online with the code FREEPROMO. Carrot Cupcakes While the cupcakes can be any flavor (yes, even Pumpkin for all you PSL lovers out there), the offer is limited to one per guest. Pumpkin Cupcakes We’re having a hard time picking which ones we want because they’re all so yummy! What will you be eating to celebrate National Dessert Day? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Here’s How To Get A FREE Disney Cupcake for National S’mores Day! Fall’s An Absolute Ball With The NEW Pumpkin Patch Mini Sampler at Sprinkles! Celebrate the Weekend With a FREE Cupcake Deal at Sprinkles! View the full article

We LOVE a good burger in Disney World, and D-Luxe Burger has some of the best. D-Luxe Burger But, even if you’re not much of a fan of beef, that doesn’t have to stop you from heading to Disney Springs for a burger with THIS new menu update! D-Luxe Burger is now offering grilled or fried chicken on any of their sandwiches (YUM!!). ©D-Luxe Burger All you have to do is pick which burger you want and ask a Cast Member to substitute the beef for your choice of chicken when you place your order! Oktober Fest Chicken Sandwich, here we come! D-Luxe Oktoberfest Burger We can’t wait to have one because they sound D-licious!! Have you tried the new grilled or fried chicken “burger” at D-Luxe Burger? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: The 31 Things To Eat In Disney World If You’re Obsessed With CHEESE!! What’s New at Disney Springs — Personalized Ornaments, The Little Mermaid Merch, And ALL The Arendelle Aqua Treats! News! Hennessy Week Is Coming to Disney World! View the full article

Last week, Disney announced its 2020 Free Dining promo for ALL kids (ages 3 to 9) . Free Dining That got us thinking… could Disney be releasing its actual 2020 Free Dining packages soon? For years now, Disney has run a special offer giving guests a free Disney Dining Plan with their purchase of various vacation packages. Free Dining basically means you’re paying zero for your food, and is super popular! Not only is this a great way to plan ahead and budget, but it also has the potential to save you beaucoup bucks…if it’s done right. It’s also one of the many ways that Disney draws in guests each year! BUT…the million dollar question is always: WHEN is Disney going to announce Free Dining?? Read about how to how to maximize your Disney Dining Plan credits here! Enchanted Rose When Will Disney Announce Free Dining for 2020? Let’s break it down and see if we can figure out some potential timeframes: 2019’s Free Dining promotion was announced in early January for guests booking trips in the late summer to mid-fall when crowds generally tend to thin out at Disney World. This was UNPRECEDENTED. We’d seen Free Dining announced in April for years, and were expecting it in April again! But, alas, January 2nd was the sweet spot for Free Dining in 2019. But THEN…the plot THICKENED! In July this year, Disney released a SECOND unprecedented round of free dining dates for the late fall to winter season — even extending free dining stays over Thanksgiving and Christmas, some of the BUSIEST times to visit Disney World! Mickey Waffles at The Plaza Restaurant So we expected April 2019 based on previous years, but we got January and July?!? Well, we think the double Free Dining in 2019 had a lot to do with Galaxy’s Edge. Disney expected massive crowds in the Fall for the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and may have run the Free Dining promotion in late Summer to pull in guests earlier, ideally alleviating some of the Fall crowds. But perhaps those expected Fall crowds didn’t materialize — at least not on the booking engines — and so Disney ran the Free Dining promotion again for Fall and Winter to bolster lagging hotel sales during that timeframe. What does that mean for 2020? Could Disney totally be flipping the script on us again and release its 2020 Free Dining at any moment? If this year’s taught us anything, it’s to expect the unexpected! So we’re gonna be ready in early January for an announcement! Here Are Three Things You Need To Do To Snag 2020 Free Dining As Soon As It’s Announced! FYI, y’all, free dining goes FAST! Yep, it sells out very quickly, so you want to be able to jump on it and take advantage ASAP. House-Made Flatbread at Grand Floridian Here are a few steps to take to give yourself the best possible chance of scoring Free Dining for 2020: 1. Sign up for DFB Newsletter and DFB Social Media Channels for Breaking News We watch Disney World’s Special Offers page closely and we’ll have all the latest info about 2020 Free Dining as soon as you can book it, including details on the travel dates, restrictions, and more! You can stay in the Free Dining know by subscribing to our newsletter as well as following our Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook accounts! Click here to subscribe to the DFB Newsletter! 2. Look for Disney Visa Cardholder Access In the past, Disney Visa Cardholders have been the first to get access to Free Dining before it is announced to the general public. If you’re a Disney Visa Cardholder keep an eye on your inbox for that Free Dining email! Arendelle Aqua Cake Check out one of the most recent times Free Dining was announced for Visa Cardholders! 3. Book your Disney World Trip NOW with a Travel Agent so they can update your reservation FOR YOU when Free Dining is released With the limited number of rooms available for Free Disney World Dining, it wouldn’t hurt to reserve your spot now and have your reservation updated if and when Free Dining becomes available. Our friends at Small World Vacations are happy to help you start making your Free Dining dreams a reality! They’ll save you the time and stress of hanging on the busy phone line while everyone is trying to book their free dining when it’s announced, and they can even save you some moola, too! Stay tuned as we’ll be reporting all the latest 2020 Free Dining news and any updates as soon as we hear anything! Do you look forward to the Free Dining packages each year? When do you speculate Disney will be releasing their 2020 dates? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: 21 Myths About Walt Disney World Food DEBUNKED What Specialty Drinks are Included on the Disney Dining Plan? DFB Disney Dining Tips: How to Eat Keto at Walt Disney World 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… . There are lot of BRAND NEW 2020 DISCOUNTS for Disney World Hotels and Packages, and we’ve got them all here! The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival is ON, and we’re covering it all! See every single Food and Wine Festival MENU and ALL THE FOOD PHOTOS as well — here! And don’t forget to check out our Best of the Fest! Halloween Time has begun in Disneyland, and we’ve eaten…well…pretty much ALL OF IT! Check out all of our Halloween Time reviews here! We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… Disney Food News SO much news is happening at Disney World and we unpacked it all for you. <– BIG NEWS! Disney released an official statement about the Disney Skyliner accident and closure. <– BIG NEWS! We shared what it’s like to be STUCK on the Disney Skyliner for more than three hours. <– BIG NEWS! NEWS! Changes announced for making Advance Dining Reservations at Disney World. <– BIG NEWS! Mini toiletries will soon be a thing of the past thanks to a new law. <– BIG NEWS! This Disney World SECRET MENU has $5 ‘Ohana noodles and more! <– BIG NEWS! Disneyland’s Tomorrowland is transitioning to paperless FastPasses! <– BIG NEWS! We took a look at what should have been in the Disney Skyliner emergency kits! We’re talking about the closing of Spaceship Earth and answering questions! The Disney Skyliner is CLOSED until further notice. We reviewed breakfast at the GCH Craftsman Grill in Disneyland! MORE tickets were released for the Oogie Boogie Bash! We reviewed Nomad Lounge and it’s basically the best place ever. Can you get Yak and Yeti’s famous Mango Pie at Kroger? Check out the 10 best SHAREABLE dishes at the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival. Disney Dooney & Bourke celebrates 10 years with updated purse designs! There’s a new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge plane taking to the skies. Check out the new Horned Fairy Shake in Disney Springs. What’s new at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The Disney du Jour Dance Party is ON at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. Take a look at what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Check out the new Rocky Road Cupcake at Disney World. Learn to sketch Disney Villains in this new drawing class. Candlelight Processional dates have been announced for Disneyland. Celebrate Oktoberfest at Disney World! Select Disney World buses now have FREE Wi-Fi! We reviewed a Monster Cake at Disneyland’s Halloween Time. We checked out the Mexican hot chocolate in a Coco mug at Disneyland! There’s a NEW Halloween cupcake at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Check out the Pumpkin Spice Shake at Flo’s V-8 Cafe at Disney California Adventure. We shared what’s NEW at the Magic Kingdom. We spotted NEW Dumbo and Figment buses at Disney World! Get a FIRST LOOK at the Tree of Life Awakenings holiday version at Animal Kingdom. Check out the NEW Wine and Dine Half Marathon merchandise! There’s a NEW Disney Vacation Club discount at Disney’s Riviera Resort! What’s NEW at Disney’s Monorail Resorts. There is a NEW spiked Dole Whip drink in Disney Springs that you NEED. We reviewed the new Avocado Toast at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. What’s NEW at Epcot this week. It’s Pumpkin Spice Churro time in Disney Springs. Portillo’s is opening a NEW location just outside of Disney World. What’s NEW at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. What’s NEW at Disney Springs. See where you’ll find a Pumpkin Spice Latte at Disney World (that isn’t Starbucks). We reviewed a new POG Wine Slushie at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. There’s another Arendelle Aqua drink at Disney World … and we checked it out. We spotted an adorable Mike Wazowski dome cake and you need to get it. See how to score free and almost free souvenirs at Disney World. There are new ‘Frozen 2’ Alex and Ani bracelets at Disney World. Check out the NEW ‘Frozen 2’ cookie we spotted at the Grand Floridian. We spotted a totally retro Mousercise merch collection at Disneyland. Adorable new Disney snacks pens have arrived at Disney World. Mezzo Mix has found a NEW home in Epcot! A Little Mermaid-themed menu is coming to Coral Reef in Epcot. A new gelato cart is rolling into Epcot’s Italy Pavilion. Ahoy! There’s a new Disney Cruise Line Dooney & Bourke collection. Another resort quick service location has been added to Mobile Order at Disney World. Enchanted Rose has OFFICIALLY opened at Disney’s Grand Floridian. Get a preview of the holiday treats coming to Disneyland Resort this season. Alaska Airlines debuts a new Pixar Pier plane! Is Pandora still more popular than Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? We break it down. Avengers Damage Control virtual reality is coming to Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District. Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels extend guest benefits into 2020. Wine Bar George announced a new wine lunch! You’ve gotta check out this crazy new sundae in Disney Springs. We reviewed the NEW Wild Dog at Disneyland. The Tasting Sampler is coming back to Disney’s Animal Kingdom this holiday season! Check out where you can get Halloween discounts at TWO Disney Springs restaurants. STK Orlando announced a new fall menu. BUGS in your ice cream — check out the new Halloween flavors at Salt & Straw. We reviewed the ‘Celebrate Africa’ event at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Find out how to get FREE candy for Halloween at the Disneyland Resort Hotels. The NEW Chill frozen drink counter is open at the Walt Disney World Swan. We reviewed the new Apple Tart at Disneyland’s Jolly Holiday. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror has been reimagined at Disneyland Paris. Check out the NEW Midnight Masquerade collection from Disney and Colourpop. New DFB YouTube videos: 9 Powerful Disney World Money Saving Tips That Really Work, The Best Disney World Snacks Under $5, 8 Things You’ll Miss in Disney World If You Don’t Watch THIS, and The Holiday Will Be Very Different at Disney World This Year <– NEW VIDEOS! New DFB Video — 8 Things You’ll Miss in Disney World If You Don’t Watch THIS 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 — check it out — 8 Things You’ll Miss in Disney World If You Don’t Watch THIS — and don’t forget to subscribe here.  Deal of the Week: Order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival for 30% Off!! It’s time to order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festiavl e-book! The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Guide is HERE! With more than 250 pages of new updates and information for 2019, we have everything organized to ensure that you have your absolute best Food and Wine Festival yet! This year’s Epcot Food and Wine Festival runs for a RECORD 87 days from August 29 until November 23, and the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book features all the info you need to know about this year’s events, from what’s NEW, to brand new details, and a FULL Daily Schedule of Events. This book is uniquely organized to make sure you have the best Food and Wine Festival, ever! What’s in the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book? Full Booth Menus with over 100 full color food photos featuring what menu items you can expect at the World Showcase booths this year. A full Schedule of Events for every single day of the festival. Don’t mess with scrolling websites and making calendars — we’ve got everything organized so you know exactly what’s happening on each calendar day! It’s the most in-depth coverage of the Epcot Food and Wine Festival ANYWHERE. A full chapter on what’s NEW at the festival, including a full list of new menu items at the booths! Discount details and information Fully updated FAQ section Plans and strategies for Kids at the Festival​​​​​​​ And MORE! Get the 2019 DFB Guide to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival today! As always, we’ve made this guide instantly downloadable for your convenience, and easily installed on your mobile devices. The DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival is a PDF ebook with ​250+ pages of detailed information about the Festival as well as hundreds of photographs and customized bonus items to help you get the best experience possible. ​​​​​​​ This guide is guaranteed to help you better plan your best Food & Wine Festival visit or your money back! Bonus Items in the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival The DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival includes customized bonus items that are EXCLUSIVE to the DFB:​​​​​​​ A printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist that you can use to plan, and easily bring with you to the festival Themed World Showcase booth crawls, including “Food and Wine Classics”, the “Fun Eats for the Kids”, and so many more! Food and Wine Festival customized Touring Strategies for One Day visits, Budget-Conscious visits, and more! Full food, wine, beer, winery, cocktail, and chef indexes, including dates and locations of where you can find your favorites Epcot Food and Wine Festival recipes Top tips on how to use MyMagic+ and the Disney Dining Plan at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival And more! Whether this is your first festival or your 24th, you’ll appreciate knowing what you are getting before spending time and vacation dollars. And no matter what you want do — sample wine, explore the world’s beers, taste something you’ve never tried before, or find your next favorite dessert — The DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is the perfect resource for navigating the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. Save 30% off the cover price of the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Use promo code 30SALE at checkout! 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. The Frothy Ramen Noodles at this year’s Epcot Food and Wine Festival landed on our Best of the Fest list and DFB insta follower jimtravelsdisney agrees: “Frothy Ramen from the Japan booth at food and wine. By far the best thing I have eaten at the festival. It’s chilled ramen noodles in a dashi broth with a foam topping.” You need to order this! We reviewed the NEW Craftsman Bar at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel, and our insta follower raych3ll0ves says “Rosé all day! The Craftsman Bar is definitely becoming one of my fave places to take a break from all the Disney crowds. Prickly Pear Rosé and the Lavender Spritz.” Cheers! 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 Minnie Mouse Treat Jar. WDW for Grownups shared five free things to do at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. Disney Parks Blog shared some seasonal desserts at Disney World. Disney Family shared the Ultimate Disney Pizza Party. Don’t Miss ANY Disney Food News! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Related posts: Disney NEWS This Week! EVERYTHING New at the Disney Parks and Resorts! 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As many of you know, Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort is in the midst of a historic transformation. And this week, we shared how you can get a closer look into the park’s future at the new Walt Disney Imagineering presents the Epcot Experience, which just opened inside the Odyssey Events Pavilion. Epcot Experience is just part of the excitement happening at the park right now. Check out Jeremy’s original Epcot Experience story for more on what’s happening at the park. Also, we opened the new Enchanted Rose lounge at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa! Inspired by the magic and romance of Disney’s popular live-action movie, “Beauty and the Beast,” the lounge features four unique gathering spaces inspired by Belle and the Beast with elegance around every corner. Visit Alex’s original Enchanted Rose story for more images and details about this new addition. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. Taste Your Way through Disney’s Animal Kingdom with the Winter 2019 Tasting Sampler – If you’re looking for a great way to experience the flavors of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, then look no further than the Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler! New ‘Jungle Cruise’ Trailer Released, Leaving Disney Parks Fans in ‘De-Nile’ – Calling all adventurers seeking wildlife—and wisecracks! Get ready to cast off for an adventure of a lifetime in the upcoming Disney film “Jungle Cruise.” A Halloween-Good Time with Ken Page, Voice Actor from ‘Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas’ – The Disneyland Resort recently welcomed voice actor Ken Page – the haunting voice behind the iconic Oogie Boogie from Walt Disney Pictures classic “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.” Dooney & Bourke Introduces New Nautical Collection Exclusively for Disney Cruise Line – Dooney & Bourke recently introduced a new collection that’s nautical, trendy and created exclusively for Disney Cruise Line! Epcot Foodie News October 2019: New Bites, Restaurant Updates, and More! – On this Epcot edition of Disney Parks Foodie News, we have a few announcements and some new menu items to share with you. Find Family Fun Around Every Corner at 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival – We still have more than six weeks to enjoy all the fun in store for families during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival running through Nov. 23. Awakening the Tree of Life for the Holidays at Disney’s Animal Kingdom – This holiday season, guests visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom will find festive new entertainment and holiday décor in every land. View the full article

Happy fall, friends! We’re back with another What’s New at Disney Springs! Disney Springs We’ve got lots of entertainment, construction, food, and merch updates to give ya, so let’s jump on in! Entertainment Updates Music is filling the air over at the House of Blues. October Calendar The performance line-up for October and November has been released (and it’s gonna be gooood). November Calendar The same Halloween face painting options we saw over in Animal Kingdom are also being featured in Disney Springs for the spookiest month of them all! Halloween Face Painting Construction Updates Surf’s up, dudes!! The Ron Jon Surf Shop sign has officially been installed and it looks perfect for catching some gnarly waves. Ron Jon Surf Shop Sign City Works is still under construction for its projected grand opening this winter in Disney Springs. While it hasn’t opened just yet, we did give you an inside scoop about what to expect at the restaurant with a review of another location here! City Works Construction With all the exciting construction happening around Disney World, the announcement of the new Cirque du Soleil show coming to Disney Springs during D23 was a welcome change. You can already grab tickets for dates beginning on March 20, 2020 on the Disney World website now! Cirque du Soleil Construction Raglan Road is doing an Irish jig in excitement for the holidays! Raglan Road Christmas Decorations The store inside the restaurant has already been decked out in Christmas decor in preparation for winter with plenty of sparkly bows… Raglan Road Christmas Decorations … And wreaths that make us even more ready for the most wonderful time of the year! Raglan Road Christmas Decorations You can even start collecting a few of your Christmas ornaments for this year while you’re visiting Raglan Road! Raglan Road Christmas Ornament Speaking of Christmas… The Christmas Tree Trail sign has been spotted, and construction has begun! Christmas Tree Trail Sign and Construction You can check out what last year’s trail looked like here in preparation for this upcoming season! Food Updates Starbucks is celebrating its customers with the return of its Pride menu! Whether you want to take a sip of some Equali-Tea or the Support Frappuccino, you can’t go wrong with showing a lil bit of love! Starbucks Pride Menu If you’re still thirsty, the Coca Cola Rooftop Beverage Bar has the Fantaween Punch as its $10 Drink of the Month… Fantaween Punch … While Joffrey’s Coffee is now offering the Pumpkin Crème Brûlée Coffee in both regular and decaf for $11.99! Regular and Decaf Pumpkin Crème Brûlée Coffee Plus, we couldn’t help but think their S’mores Donuts look pretty delicious for $4.99 each. S’more Donuts The Ganachery is getting into the chilly Fall season with its House-made Milk Chocolate Marshmallows… The Ganachery Treat Sign … And Hot Ganache with Bailey’s for $12! Boozy hot chocolate?? Yes, please! The Ganachery Treat Sign Vivoli il Gelato is given saying, “Trick or treat!” with its new October Specials. Give yourself hot-and-cold running chills with the Nutty Ghost Sundae… Vivoli il Gelato October Specials … Or the Jack-O’-Lantern Float with vanilla gelato blended with Fanta orange soda and topped with whipped cream and sprinkles. Jack-O’-Lantern Float If you’re feeling extra daring, try the Horned Fairy Shake with black vanilla gelato mixed with milk and topped with a dipped waffle cone, whipped cream, and a donut just in time for Maleficent: Mistress of Evil‘s release next week! Horned Fairy Shake BOO! Did we scare you? Well, you might want to check out the returning BOO box at Sprinkles for some frightful fun. BOO Box You can get the Dozen BOO Box, Half-Dozen BOO Box, or the BOO Mini Sampler with a sticker sheet now through Halloween! BOO Mini Sampler Who says you can’t be the terrifying life of the party with a bunch of Sprinkles cupcakes?? Halloween Carrot Cupcake October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, everybody! And, Sprinkles is pairing again with Cuppy to raise money for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Through October 27th, $0.50 will be donated to the charity for each Strawberry Champagne Cupcake sold. Cuppy’s Strawberry Champagne Cupcake Before stuffing your trick-or-treat bags at the end of the month, be sure to take a bite of the returning Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cupcake through October 20th! The chocolate cake is filled with peanut butter frosting, topped with more peanut butter frosting, drizzled with chocolate ganache, and finished with mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups (!!!). Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cupcake Merch Updates If you can’t be the pilot on Smugglers Run this weekend in Hollywood Studios, then head over to the Lego Store to see the Millennium Falcon out on display. Lego Millennium Falcon Havaianas is jumping to hyperspace alongside the Lego Store with their Star Wars Flip Flops! Try on the Kids’ Leia Flip Flops… Kids’ Leia Flip Flops … Or the Kids’ Darth Vader Flip Flops! Kids’ Darth Vader Flip Flops You adults out there can even match with the Men’s Darth Vader Flip Flops… Men’s Darth Vader Flip Flops … The Men’s Yoda Flip Flops… Men’s Yoda Flip Flops … The Men’s Yoda Character Flip Flops… Men’s Yoda Character Flip Flops … And the Men’s R2-D2 Character Flip Flops. Men’s R2-D2 Flip Flops There were also the Men’s Marvel Flip Flops… Men’s Marvel Flip Flops … The Men’s Spider-Man Flip Flops… Men’s Spider-Man Flip Flops … The Men’s Mickey Flip Flops… Men’s Mickey Flip Flops … And the Men’s Pluto Flip Flops out on display as well! Men’s Pluto Flip Flops For all your little princesses out there, Havaianas also had the CUTEST Kids’ Princess Flip Flops… Kids’ Princess Flip Flops … And Toddlers’ Flip Flops, featuring Belle… Toddlers’ Belle Flip Flops … Cinderella… Toddlers’ Cinderella Flip Flops … And Snow White. Um, please make some adults’ pairs too! Pretty please! Toddlers’ Snow White Flip Flops Keeping up with the Star Wars trend, the Dress Shop now has the Star Wars Dress for $128… Star Wars Dress … And the Darth Vader Crossbody Purse for $70 that were previously only in Hollywood Studios. Darth Vader Purse Over at Pin Traders, we checked out a few ADORBS new pins that we totally want to add to our collection! Give the best fist bumps with the Baymax Pin… Baymax Pin … Dive right into the comics with The Little Mermaid Comic Book Pin… The Little Mermaid Comic Book Pin … Read about your favorite fairytales with the Olaf Snow-It-All Pin… Olaf Snow-It-All Pin … Or journey into the unknown with the Frozen 2 Pin (along with ALL the Frozen 2 merch). Frozen 2 Pin Disney Style is serving up some piping hot looks with the Pizza Planet Spirit Jersey… Pizza Planet Spirit Jersey … Featuring our favorite lil green Aliens for $64.99. Pizza Planet Spirit Jersey Cue the candles and the party hats, ’cause it’s the 10th anniversary of Disney and Dooney & Bourke (yaaaas)! To celebrate, there is an entire line of bags and totes at Ever After. Dooney & Bourke Anniversary Tag Throwback to the Disney Sketch Design with the Disney Sketch Dooney & Bourke Tote for $298… Disney Sketch Dooney & Bourke Tote … And the Disney Sketch Dooney & Bourke Hobo Bag for $298… Disney Sketch Dooney & Bourke Hobo Bag … Or try something new with the Mickey Balloons Cinch Bag for $298… Mickey Balloons Cinch Bag … And the Mickey Balloons Crossbody for $198. Mickey Balloons Crossbody There is still MORE anniversary merch too! Check out the rest of the Dooney & Bourke 10th Anniversary Collection here! WonderGround is feeling villainous this October with the Maleficent Postcard… Maleficent Postcard … And the Lady Tremaine Postcard for $5.99 each. Lady Tremaine Postcard The art gallery also had out an advertisement for the upcoming artists that will be popping in for meet-and-greets and signatures! Upcoming Artists Although they aren’t new, the Pumpkin Sugar Soufflé Scrub for $19.99 is a sweet way to get yourself in the Fall mood… Pumpkin Sugar Soufflé Scrub … Before getting a bit spooky with the Villains Bath Bomb made with vanilla, night musk, and wild berries. Villains Bath Bomb Or, if you want to go back to the mouse that started it all, the Purple Mickey Bath Bomb is made with sandalwood, freesia, and champagne… Purple Mickey Bath Bomb … While the Green Mickey Bath Bomb is made with marine fresh florals, jasmine, and musk. You can get any of the bath bombs for $5.49 each or 3 for $14 (so you can get one of each!). Green Mickey Bath Bomb We’re bouncing on over to the World of Disney because there are plenty of new gadgets and gizmos a-plenty in the store! The Luxo Ball Loungefly Backpack is decorated with Pixar’s iconic red, yellow, and blue colors… Luxo Ball Loungefly Backpack … Along with a mini Luxo Ball for $90! Luxo Ball Loungefly Backpack You can pair it with the Olaf Loungefly Backpack for $90 too! Olaf Loungefly Backpack If you need a nice nap after reading about everything in Disney Springs, snuggle up with the Dream Friends Sleeping Pua for $34.99. (He’s cuddly AND warm!!) Dream Friends Sleeping Pua There are a LOT of anniversaries happening in Disney World this year! While we are celebrating the 70th anniversary of The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad with these plushes… The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad Plushes … We are also partying with Donald Duck, who has just turned 85, with the limited-edition Donald Duck Plush for $50! Donald Duck Anniversary Plush He looks great for his age, don’t you think? Donald Duck Anniversary Plush Maleficent: Mistress of Evil is almost here, beasties. Although it will be a while before you can take the movie home, you can bring the Maleficent and Aurora Dolls to your palace instead for $59.99. Maleficent and Aurora Dolls Stomp those feet and get down to the beat! It’s time for mousercize!! The Mousercise Collection has danced its way into World of Disney with the Mousercise Sweatshirt for $49.99 and the Mousercise Leggings for $39.99… Mousercize Sweatshirt and Leggings … Along with the Mousercise Tank Top for $29.99 and the Mousercise Cropped Shirt for $34.99! Mousercize Tank Top and Cropped Shirt Keep those legs moving because there are some SUPER CUTE Rainbow Castle Leggings… Rainbow Castle Leggings … And Villains Leggings for $39.99 each! Villains Leggings There are SO MANY new Disney tees for all you souvenir lovers out there!! So buckle on in and get ready for a fashion show! World of Disney Tees Display Sometimes you just gotta chill with some casual like the Pleasure Island Tee… Pleasure Island Tee … The Mickey Mouse Tee… Mickey Mouse Tee … Or even the Resting Grump Face Tee! Resting Grump Face Tee If you want to dress a little more colorful, though, put on the Rainbow Disney World Logo Tee… Rainbow Disney World Logo Tee … Or the Rainbow Disney World Days Tee! We’d go to Disney every day if we could tbh. Rainbow Disney World Days Tee For those days you feel like royalty, don the Cinderella Tee… Cinderella Tee … Or the Pocahontas Tee! Pocahontas Tee And, if you’re just as excited as we are about the Disney+ streaming service coming in a month, wear the Disney+ Tee while you watch your fave new shows!! Disney+ Tee There’s even a Tee Deal happening at the World of Disney! If you buy two shirts, you get them for $22 each, instead of $24.99 each! YAS! Tee Deal at the World of Disney Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Disney Springs! We’ll catch ya next time for more merch, food, entertainment, and construction updates! What are you looking forward to spotting the most in Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs — Personalized Ornaments, The Little Mermaid Merch, And ALL The Arendelle Aqua Treats! What’s New at Disney Springs! NEW Menus, Ball Gowns, and Spooky Merch! What’s New in Disney Springs! Happy Hours, Star Wars Shoes AND New Bags, and Minnie Ears Ornaments! View the full article

Dessert is basically one of the essential food groups, in our opinion. Yak and Yeti Local Foods Cafe Desserts And, pie? It’s definitely higher up on the scale of deliciousness. Whenever we’re in the parks, we’re always on the hunt for some seriously great pie, and last year we tasted AH-MAZING mini pies from Yak & Yeti Local Food Cafes. But, shhh! We’re letting you in on a possible Disney World secret that might have you running to your grocery store instead of Animal Kingdom to satisfy your sweet tooth. We got a scoop from a reader that there was a similar sumthin’ sumthin’ to the Mini Mango Pie offered at Yak & Yeti found at Kroger and Publix, so we had to go take a bite (y’know, for research purposes!!). Kenny’s Mini Mango Pie had a shortbread cookie crust and a purée of fresh mangoes as the filling. Kenny’s Mini Mango Pie After we took off the packaging (and smelled all that mango-y goodness)… Kenny’s Mini Mango Pie … We thought it looked pretty similar to the Mini Mango Pie in Animal Kingdom, right down to the slightly crumbly crust. Mini Mango Pie at Yak & Yeti The appearance wasn’t the only thing that was similar, you guys. The pie itself tasted REMARKABLY like the one served at Yak & Yeti with its thick buttery crust and sweet —yet tart— mango flavor. Kenny’s Mini Mango Pie While we can’t confirm that Disney World uses Kenny’s Pies, we did some digging on the company’s website and saw that their Mini Chocolate Silk Pie… Kenny’s Mini Chocolate Silk Pie … Also looks a lot like the same one we tried at Yak & Yeti! Mini Chocolate Silk Cake at Yak & Yeti Coincidence?? We think not! You can get the Mini Mango Pie and Mini Chocolate Silk Pie both from Kroger and Publix for $1.99, which is LESS THAN HALF the price of the $4.99 pies in Animal Kingdom (!!!). Plus, if you really love the flavors of these desserts, you can even get full 9″ pies in some stores. Full Kenny’s Pies Even though Disney World dessert crawls are the BEST, you can head to the store instead of the parks for these little guys! Have you tried Kenny’s Pies before? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: The 31 Things To Eat In Disney World If You’re Obsessed With CHEESE!! FULL Review: NEW Burger and Build-Your-Own Sundae Dinner Experience at Animal Kingdom’s Restaurantosaurus! DFB Video: Disney Dining Plan SECRETS You Need To Know Before You Go to Disney World! View the full article

When Disneyland Resort’s White Water Snacks was renamed GCH (that’s Grand Californian Hotel) Craftsman Grill earlier this year (read all about it here!), we hoped the quick service spot wouldn’t lose its charm or its tasty menu of eats. The verdict? The restaurant remained as charming as ever (no changes besides signage, that we can see). And the menu? Still delicious. GCH Craftsman Grill Snacks Seating Area We enjoyed the crunchy and creative End of Summer Slaw Dog in August (read our review!), and we almost never turn down a cupcake or a donut here. This month’s WILD DOG is super awesome as well — here’s our review of that one! (This duo celebrating Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge was colorful and tasty!) And we’ve found White Water Snacks to produce some great outside-the-Park-gates breakfast, too. And now that White Water Snacks is GCH Craftsman Grill, we’re back for more morning eats! The breakfast menu at Craftsman Grill is small but powerful with an array of options that include classics and spins on classics. And our Disneyland correspondent Heather (breaking the Insta-fast @DiningInDisney!) has found a few breakfast entrees you have to put on your Disneyland Resort dining bucket list ASAP. Craftsman Grill Breakfast Menu We’re starting with a Breakfast Burrito: a warm, handheld option packed with scrambled eggs, cheese, bacon bits, and tater tots. This was one of the items we loved on our last breakfast visit, and it did not disappoint. It’s served up with sour cream and pico de gallo for some freshness. Breakfast Burrito It looks chaotic inside, but the combination of tater tots, eggs, and bacon bits (distributed throughout like little nuggets of salty pork gold) is filling, delicious, and really decent sustenance if you’re heading into a Park after. (Maybe let yourself digest for a bit before jumping onto Guardians…). Note that the previous incarnation of the Breakfast Burrito did not contain bacon, so if you’re vegetarian, see if they can make one for you without the bacon. Breakfast Burrito The Avocado Toast is a fresh-tasting and relatively light breakfast option. It’s comprised of grilled sourdough, crushed (and guacamole-like) avocado, two poached eggs, pomegranate seeds and drizzle, olive oil, parsley, and (surprise, surprise!) celery leaf salad! Avocado Toast The freshness of the herbs (parsley plus the celery leaf) really elevates this toast, and the pomegranate drizzle and seeds are an interesting, sweet-sour addition. Definitely worth a try if you’re a fan of the components. Avocado Toast But Heather’s favorite dish of the morning — and one she insists we all order as soon as humanly possible — was Biscuit French Toast. (Has anyone else tried this? Is this a thing? How is this not a thing?) Biscuit French Toast These buttermilk biscuits are given the French toast treatment, and served with toffee sauce (sorry: TOFFEE SAUCE!!!!!) and bruleed bananas. The Biscuit French Toast is topped. with. bacon. Biscuit French Toast This entree is a fantastic balance of salty (toffee sauce, smoky bacon) and sweet (bruleed bananas, also toffee sauce). And the texture of the bruleed bananas? Delightful. Biscuit French Toast, we are HERE for this. Biscuit French Toast Call it whatever you want, if GCH Craftsman Grill serves up dishes like these that combine thoughtful flavors and fresh ingredients, it’s going to be a restaurant to return to over and over again. And the fact that it’s quick service? And doesn’t require a Park ticket to enjoy it? That’s the real crafts, man. Where do you breakfast at Disneyland Resort? Let us know in the comments below! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! Related posts: White Water Snacks at Disneyland’s Grand Californian Now Open After Refurbishment! FIRST LOOK: Breakfast Review and FOOD PHOTOS from the Newly Reopened Tangaroa Terrace at the Disneyland Hotel! Sneak Preview! ALL THE EATS Coming To Disneyland This Weekend for The “Get Your Ears On” Celebration! View the full article

Don’t get your bugs in a twist, you guys! Trick or Treat Bags, Map, And Event Guide While we had the terrifying news that the Oogie Boogie Bash in California Adventure was sold out previously, a few more of you ghouls and ghosties will be able to party with the villains throughout this spooky season! Additional tickets have been released for the Oogie Boogie Bash! (Ooh, we’re really scared!!) Oogie Boogie Bash Overlay These limited tickets are only available on the phone, so be sure to get in touch with a Cast Member soon if you’d like to see the Trick or Treat Trails or the Frightfully Fun Parade. Frightfully Fun Parade The party runs now through Halloween, but you might not be able to score tickets for all those nights! Beginning of the Oogie Boogie Trail Call (714)781-4636 to try to score your tickets. This event is a scary good time, so try to visit…if you dare! Check out our full guide to the Oogie Boogie Bash here! 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 gone to the Oogie Boogie Bash yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Disneyland Resort — TWO New Menus, Delicious Funnel Cakes, and EVERYTHING Oogie Boogie! What’s This? The Oogie Boogie Bash Is SOLD OUT in Disney California Adventure! Oogie Boogie Bash Trick or Treat Trails Are Frightfully Fun in Disney California Adventure! View the full article

Military members who have never stayed at Shades of Green before often wonder what the military only resort at Walt Disney World is really like. The Shades of Green Resort is the Armed Forces Recreation Center Resort located right on Walt Disney World property. Here you will find very affordable military room rates for your Disney […] The post Military Members Review and Rate Shades of Green appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Namaste from a very relaxed DFB team in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! The Tree of Life Between soaring on the back of a Banshee, barely escaping carnivorous dinosaurs, and going on a two-week safari, we were beat! So we decided to pay a visit to one of our favorite places to relax: the Nomad Lounge! The Nomad Lounge is conveniently located on the pathway towards Pandora. You’ll find it attached to Animal Kingdom’s Signature Restaurant Tiffins. It’s easily accessible from Discovery Island, Africa, and Pandora — but we enjoy it so we’d even make the trek across the park! Nomad Lounge Atmosphere The Nomad Lounge is designed to be a traveler’s retreat. You’ll spot banners with wild animals and exotic locations hanging from the ceilings, as well as curtains that are reminiscent of the mosquito nets you’d need in far-off places. Nomad Lounge The seating is comfy, with large cushy chairs and sofas set up in little groups for your party. Nomad Lounge Seating Area You can also sit at the bar if you’d prefer! Nomad Lounge Bar We love the cushy seats, but our favorite part of the Nomad Lounge interior is above our heads. Around the ceiling are questions intended to spark conversation with your family — or maybe even a friendly fellow traveler! Travel Questions Another of the best features of the Lounge is the giant wrap around porch. Nomad Lounge Porch The porch faces a “river” and trees, and truly makes you feel like you are in an exotic oasis! Nomad Lounge Porch View Toto, we aren’t in a theme park anymore! (Except we ARE. Which is crazy right?!) During our visit it was quite nice out (read, less than 95 degrees) so we opted to sit at a big comfy booth outside. Outdoor Seating Now that we’re all comfortably seated, let’s get to eatin’ and drinkin’! If you want to see MORE photos of the Nomad Lounge decor, check out our full photo tour here! Eats One of the best things about the Nomad Lounge (and the attached Tiffins), are the signature cocktails. They have several options that aren’t available anywhere else on property. Previously, we’ve tried the Hightower Rocks, Leaping Lizard, and the Night Monkey. Hightower Rocks But today, we decided to sample a new cocktail — and hopefully find a new favorite! Nomad Lounge Menu First up, we chose the Snow Leopard Salvation. It’s main ingredient is Snow Leopard Vodka, which donates a portion of their proceeds to protecting the endangered big cat. Cocktails and helping a big kitty? Yes please. Snow Leopard Salvation In addition to the vodka, the Snow Leopard Salvation is made with Belle de Brillet Pear Liqueur, Mint, and Lime Juice topped with Ginger Beer and garnished with fresh mint and a lime. Snow Leopard Salvation We loved this drink! The mint and lime were very refreshing — perfect for a warm day on the porch. We also enjoyed the kick from the Ginger Beer, which gave the cocktail an “exotic” twist. It wasn’t overwhelming, though, like some other ginger beer drinks we’ve tried, so even if you aren’t a huge Mule fan, you might still like this. Nomad Lounge Menu We also opted for the Sinaloa Sangria. Our server let us know that unlike lots of Sangria at Walt Disney World, this is made FRESH at the lounge (aka not Beso Del Sol from a box) and that sold us! Sinoloa Sangria The Sinaloa Sangria is made with Miquel Torres Rosé Wine, Barsol Quebranta Pisco, and fresh Fruit. The Chilean sparkling rosé made the drink incredibly refreshing, and it was perfect for patio sippin’! Unlike lots of sangria on property, this one wasn’t sickly syrupy or overly sweet, with just the right amount of dry from the wine. We loved it! Simple and beautiful, this one made my favorites list. Next up, time to pick out a few small plates. Nomad Lounge Small Plates Menu In the past we’ve enjoyed the Pork Ribs, Vegetarian Sliders, and Truffle Poutine, so today we decided to sample some different offerings. First up, the Tiffins Bread Service. Tiffins Bread Service This very-shareable plate is presented in an adorable manner — it reminded us of campfire chic. The Tiffins Bread Service comes with various types of breads, as well as three unique spreads served in…tiffins, which are basically metal lunchboxes. Let’s take a closer look at what comes with this set up — starting with the breads. Tiffins Bread Service Breads There is a Pomegranate Foccacia bread, which happens to be Tiffins Signature recipe. This bread is nice and moist, with a slight hint of sweetness from the pomegranate. Pomegranate Foccacia Bread The second bread option is a crispy piece of baked pita, which reminds us of a tortilla chip. It doesn’t have much flavor, but it’s got a nice crunch and is a perfect blank canvas for the dips. Crispy Pita And lastly, a veggie pita bread which was soft in texture. It’s nice and soft, but still sturdy enough to load dip onto. We really enjoyed the hint of garlic and subtle pepper flavor throughout. Veggie Pita Bread Now what will you be able to slather onto those carbs? Three delectable spreads. Tiffins Bread Service Dips First up, a coriander yogurt. This dip was very creamy (not shocking as the main ingredient is yogurt), and the coriander was a fun spice to highlight. It’s not overwhelming, but if you’re not a fan of yogurt-based dips or coriander, this one likely won’t be your favorite. Creamy Coriander Yogurt The second dip is a Curry Chutney. This one was the table favorite, thanks to the strong curry spices that came through along with the chunky-but-not-too-chunky texture. Curry Salsa And finally, a Fig Tapenade. This was certainly the sweetest of the trio, with a strong fig flavor through the spread. Fig Tapenade Overall, we really enjoyed the Tiffins Bread Service, and the ability to mix and match the dips and breads. Some of our table’s favorite combos were the Curry Chutney and Crispy Pita (almost like Indian chips & salsa) and the Pomegranate Foccacia with Fig Tapenade (the sweetest two items worked well). This dish comes with a very generous portion, making it one of the most shareable options on the menu — perfect to accompany afternoon cocktails with a friend! We also were eager to try the Wagyu Beef Sliders. Wagyu Beef Sliders The sliders come as a pair, are topped with Tomato-Pear Jam and are served with Yucca Fries. Wagyu Beef Slider Cross-Section These were FABULOUS. The meat was moist and tasty, all on its own. And we really enjoyed the slightly sweet Tomato-pear Jam as a compliment to the savory, perfect beef. And the buns were simple and chewy, but solid enough to hold up to the patty. Wagyu Beef Sliders – Tomato-Pear Jam We’re glad they kept it simple with the sliders. And we’re glad they come with yucca fries! These crunchy, golden beauties are a simple star in their own right. They have a very similar taste to regular fries, but slightly more starchy. We love them dipped in ketchup provided! Side of Yucca Fries And pro-tip: you can order the yucca fries without the sliders! It’s not on the menu, but just ask. We highly recommend it if you’re sharing the sliders with someone. Overall Overall, our return visit to the Nomad Lounge was a delight. The unique cocktails were refreshing and the perfect way to cool off during a hot day in Animal Kingdom. The small plates we tried were tasty and perfect for a hearty snack, or even a meal depending on how hungry you are! The food is a bit adventurous, so it’s possible the pickiest eaters won’t consider this their first choice — but for most, the small but mighty menu will likely have something appealing. But truly, the best thing about the Nomad Lounge is the location. It feels like an exotic oasis, far away from theme park crowds. The cast members there have always been a highlight for us, and super knowledgable. A visit to the Nomad Lounge is the perfect way to spend a relaxing hour in Animal Kingdom — we promise you’ll leave refreshed and ready to climb Everest! Want more Animal Kingdom Must-Eats? Check out this 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! Have you enjoyed a visit to the Nomad Lounge? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Full Review: Nomad Lounge in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Review: Octopus and Chocolate Ganache — It Must Be Lunch at Tiffins in Disney World’s Animal Kingdom! News: More Menu Details for Animal Kingdom’s Tiffins and Nomad Lounge View the full article

Hey, guys! We’re back with another DFB Video and today we’re chatting about how the holidays will look VERY different at Disney World this year. Toy Story Land Can you believe it’s almost holiday time at Disney World? Well, things are going to be a little different this year and we’ve got all of the details, so you have the most WONDERFUL holiday trip EVER! Get all this info 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: Your favorite time of year to visit Disney World! Related posts: DFB Video: These Major Disney World Changes Will Affect Your Next Trip DFB Video: Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2018 DFB Video: Which Disney World Dessert Party Should YOU Do? View the full article

The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival is underway, once again transforming World Showcase and Future World into one ginormous smorgasbord! (Check out our Best of the Fest along with our Full Booth Menus (AND FOOD PHOTOS!) here if you haven’t already!) Food and Wine Festival 2019 We turn our attention now to those of you looking to optimize your Festival consumption! That’s right — we’re talking about this year’s best shareable plates! These amply-portioned options are large enough for you and members of your crew to devour together! By sharing larger items, you can save a few dollars to try something else on your list — win-win! Spanish-style Paella with Botifarra and Roasted Chicken – $5.50, DDP Snack Eligible Over at the Spain booth, you’ll find the generously-sized Spanish-Style Paella. This tasty carb-fest is loaded with bits of chicken and copious amounts of Botifarra sausage — there are chopped bits of the pork sausage mixed in with the rice as well as a big ol’ juicy hunk of it on top! Spanish-style Paella with Botifarra and Roasted Chicken Grab a couple of forks and a friend to tackle this plate of awesomeness! Schinkennudeln: Pasta Gratin with Ham, Onions, and Cheese (KA) – $4.25, DDP Snack Eligible Behold– The Schinkennudeln! We’re pretty sure that’s German for “The Cheese Motherload!” But in all seriousness, you might not be able to take on this much cheesy noodly goodness by yourself. This is our highlight of the Germany booth. Schinkennudeln: Pasta Gratin with Ham, Onions, and Cheese The portion size isn’t quite as large as some of the others on this list, but the level of richness of this offering might knock you down for the count! Best to play it safe and enlist the aid of a helper! Costine di Maiale: Balsamic-glazed and Oven-roasted Pork Ribs – $8.00, DDP Snack Eligible We don’t have any bones to pick with these Pork Ribs we found over at the Italy booth. Each order comes with two HUGE ribs! They are packed with flavor thanks to the addicting balsamic glaze. Costine di Maiale Pork Ribs If you’re on the Disney Dining Plan, this is a GREAT deal to use a snack credit for! Grab a friend and unleash your inner carnivore! Piri Piri Skewered Shrimp with Citrus-scented Couscous – $6.75, DDP Snack Eligible Over at the Africa booth, we fell head-over-heels for the Piri Piri Skewered Shrimp served over an enormous bed of couscous! This comes with five, count em… five whole shrimp! Piri Piri Skewered Shrimp That’s WAY more shrimp than you’ll be served with other festival shrimp offerings, like the Grilled Sweet-and-Spicy Bushberry Shrimp over in Australia or the Shrimp and Cold Noodle Salad in Thailand. Because of the odd number though, you might have to rock, paper, scissors your buddy for who gets the last one! Braised Beef “Stroganoff” with Tiny Egg Noodles, Wild Mushrooms and Boursin® Garlic and Fine Herbs Cheese Sauce (KA) — $5.50, DDP Snack Eligible Wowing us once again is the Cheese Studio with its mouthwatering Beef Stroganoff dish (What can we say — we have a weakness for cheese!). Is that much beef and cheese even legal? You’ll receive a hearty portion of meaty cheesy noodly goodness for just $5.50. Braised Beef Stroganoff with With all those juicy hunks of meat and the teeny noodles to soak up that cheese sauce, you’ll want to grab your favorite partner-in-crime to help take down this tasty dish! Spicy Hummus Fries with Cucumber, Tomatoes, Onions, Tzatziki, and Chipotle Sauce – $8.00, DDP Snack Eligible Bringin’ the HEAT to Festival is the Morocco Booth with its Spicy Hummus Fries! The fries never have enough of the sauce for our liking (because it’s THAT good) but the flavors are right on the money! Try asking for an extra squirt of sauce when you order! Spicy Hummus Fries For a super-walkable, super-sharable snack, these are a great go-to! Charred Chimichurri Skirt Steak on a Smoked Corn Cake with Pickled Vegetable Slaw and Cilantro Aïoli — $7.00, DDP Snack Eligible Flavors from Fire hosted by the ESPN’s College GameDay has us gearing up to square off against their Charred Chimichurri Skirt Steak! All the components of this dish marry exceptionally well, from the char and marinade of the steak to the smokiness of the sweet corn cake, the crispness of the slaw and refreshing creaminess of the cilantro aïoli! Charred Chimichurri Skirt Steak on a Smoked Corn Cake with Pickled Vegetable Slaw and Cilantro Aïoli The beef is sliced thin, making it easy to divvy up between forks. There’s plenty to share here (though you may not want to!). Jerk-spiced Chicken with Roasted Sweet Plantain Salad and Mango Chutney Yogurt (GF) – $5.50, DDP Snack Eligible While this dish has been on the menu at Islands of the Caribbean for a few years now, it hasn’t been a stunner until this year. Now, much to the delight of the noses of passersby, the Jerk-spiced Chicken is finally getting the attention it deserves and is being cooked over an outdoor grill! Jerk-spiced Chicken with Roasted Sweet Plantain Salad and Mango Chutney Yogurt The portion is quite generous and definitely will need a fork and knife to tackle. Served over a bed of sweet roasted plantains and drizzled with a mango chutney sauce, these tropical flavors have us longing for an island getaway! Beef Brisket Poutine – $8.99 The menu at Refreshment Port is our daily reminder that most of life’s problems can be solved with a massive pile of fries! If you need something a little more rib-sticking to help you push through your day, grab these fries drenched in smokey brisket, beer cheese sauce (!!!) and gravy. Beef Brisket Poutine This won’t count as a Disney Dining Plan snack credit, unfortunately, but it’s well worth the dough for the big ol’ pile of crispy gooey meaty yumminess you’ll receive! This is definitely best shared amongst friends! Capirotada de Chocolate: Chocolate Bread Pudding served with Chocolate Abuelita Crème Anglaise – $4.75, DDP Snack Eligible We weren’t trying to save the best for last, but it just kinda turned out that way! Here it is — the Mexico booth’s Chocolate Bread Pudding in all its glory (dun dun DUN!)! This isn’t an optical illusion — it’s just really that BIG! Capirotada de Chocolate: Chocolate Bread Pudding No worries though — you and your posse will savor every bite of this incredulously big dessert (and the sauce is oh so rich and creamy! We’re never too shy to ask for extra!) There you have it, folks! Now its time to assemble your team and start working on your Food and Wine Festival takedown! Want even more? Check out our DFB Video of our favorites from this year’s Festival below! Happy sharing! Are any of these sharable items on your list of must-haves for this year’s Food and Wine Festival? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: FULL MENU For The NEW Cool Wash Booth at the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival! Here’s What We Can’t WAIT To Try At The 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Check It Out! runDisney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Medals Revealed! View the full article

Wanting to get a coveted spot at Be Our Guest? Trying to squeeze in a breakfast at Chef Mickey’s? Be Our Guest Ballroom Then, you might want to keep your fingers hovering over that keyboard because the Disney Reservation Center has officially announced My Disney Experience and the Walt Disney World website as their preferred method of booking and modifying table-service dining reservations. According to the Disney website, “Due to their overwhelming popularity, the My Disney Experience app and DisneyWorld.com will become the preferred home for booking and modifying table service dining reservations…” Disney Dining Reservations “Rest assured, as always, cast members at the Disney Reservation Center will continue to be available to help with reservations for groups of eight or more, same-day cancelations, in addition to other assistance guests may need, including Disney Resort hotel reservations, special offers, general questions and more.” Chef Mickey’s That certainly sounds like they want you to stick to online methods of booking when possible! We recently spoke to a Disney Reservation Cast Member to modify a Dining Reservation and, while they were still able to help, we were directed to modify our reservation ourselves on the Disney World website. You’ll definitely want to set an alarm for that booking availability, starting 180 days prior to your arrival date! If you need a few lil extra tips and tricks, you can always check out our DFB Guide Book to dining in the parks! (; What Disney World restaurants are your favorite table-service locations? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: The 31 Things To Eat In Disney World If You’re Obsessed With CHEESE!! News: New Dining Discounts for Disney World Annual Passholders for 45th Anniversary Year Disney World Mac and Cheese Gallery View the full article

We all have taken a few room souvenirs home from our stay at a Disney resort (I LOVE the smell of the shampoo — it sends me on serious vacay nostalgia). And, although you can get the full-size H2O+ bottles at many of the resort stores and online, sometimes the travel bottles are nifty little guys to keep with you for other trips you may go on. Disney Conservation Fund Goals However, in order to participate in conservation efforts, Disney has only somewhat recently started to stray away from those plastic bottles and towards refillable canisters in hotel rooms. But, a new law in California is about to nudge those efforts along a lot faster. California Governor Gavin Newsom just announced a law that will ban hotels from providing its guests with plastic shampoo, conditioner, lotion, or soap bottles. The new law, effective in 2023, will mostly impact hotels with more than 50 guests rooms. However, it will also change smaller resorts’ policies with less than 50 guests rooms in 2024. California hotels will definitely want to pay attention because they could be fined $500 for a first offense and $2,000 for any violations after that. Disneyland Hotel So, what does this mean for your stay at a Disney resort? Gran Destino Deluxe Suite – Club Access Currently, Disney Parks and the Disney Cruise Line have made some major changes by getting rid of plastic bags, opting for paper straws, and changing the MagicBand packaging. While they’re currently reducing plastic usage, the Disney Conservation Fund has still projected to make bigger changes in the resorts over the next few years by reducing in-room plastics by 80%. Paper Straws in the Disney Parks And, although Disney World and the Disney Cruise Line have started to use refillable toiletries, they aren’t everywhere just yet. Disneyland, on the other hand, is going to have to get with the picture sooner rather than later with the new law just around the corner. Refillable Toiletries If you’re getting ready for a Disney trip, you’ll have to reconsider if you want to be able to take your toiletries home with you. Even if you don’t want to travel with shampoo and conditioner on the way there, it might be a good idea to pack a few empty travel bottles to fill with the H2O+ products on the way back (if you love it as much as we do). H20+ Products Just save them for the next trip you go on, whether it’s Disney or another journey! ‘Cause adventure is out there!! What are your thoughts on the switch to more conservation-friendly products? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: DFB Video: Disney Desserts Have Lost Their Minds! REVIEW: The Chocolate Chip Cookie Shot Glass Has An Added BONUS In Disneyland This Halloween! Your Ultimate Spooky Guide To ALL The Halloween Popcorn Buckets in Disneyland AND Disney World! View the full article

If you’ve been to Disney World in the last decade, then you might already own a Dooney & Bourke bag (or two, or three!) Ever After But Dooney & Bourke has just released its 10th Anniversary collection (we spotted the new bags today at Ever After in Disney Springs), and if you don’t already have a Disney Dooney to call your own, now might be the time to splurge! Believe it or not, Dooney & Bourke has been collabing with Disney for 10 years now (why it seems like only yesterday when we snagged our first wristlet!) And to celebrate this big event, Dooney & Bourke has decided to release some of its iconic Disney designs! That’s right, kids! The classic “Disney Sketch” design is BACK! Disney Sketch We love this whimsy and charm of the colorful Disney-inspired illustrations! And the new line of Disney Sketch Dooneys even have some added magic to them! They each include a special 10th-Anniversary hangtag and… Disney Sketch Hangtag …a silver lining! How does that expression go? Every cloud has a silver lining? And now every Disney Sketch Dooney does, too! Silver Lining The new Disney Sketch is available in four different silhouettes, each accented with pink, blue, green, or yellow trim based on which one you get! Of course, you can never go wrong with the iconic Dooney & Bourke Tote for $298 which features pink trim! Disney Sketch Tote We had pretty big heart eyes for the Disney Sketch Satchel with blue trim for $268, too! Disney Sketch Satchel There was also the Disney Sketch Hobo with yellow trim for $298… Disney Sketch Hobo …as well as the Disney Sketch Crossbody with this stunning shade of green trim for $228. Disney Sketch Equestrian But Disney Sketch wasn’t the only classic design Dooney & Bourke re-released for its 10th-Anniversary — we also saw the return of “Mickey Mouse Balloons!” Mickey Balloon This timeless design features an allover pattern of colorful Mickey-shaped balloons — just like the ones you can buy in the parks! We loved this Mickey Mouse Balloons Tote with blue accented trim for $298. Mickey Balloon Tote As well as Mickey Mouse Balloons Cinch Bag with pink accents for $298! Mickey Balloon Drawstring The Mickey Mouse Balloons Crossbody was adorable (just like we hoped it would be!) and had green accents for $198. Mickey Balloon Crossbody And all three of Mickey Mouse Balloons silhouettes also had 10th-Anniversary hangtags (and silver lining, too!) Mickey Balloon Hangtag And free while supplies last, they were giving away a Mickey Balloon Zip Pouch with any 10th-Anniversary bag purchase! Giveaway While we were at Ever After, we were also able to preview some Dooney & Bourke bags that are coming soon! Oh hello, Dooney & Bourke bag of our dreams! We’ll be back for you later! Coming Soon If you love Disney and love yourself some Dooney bags, Ever After is the happiest place to be! And if you aren’t traveling to the parks anytime soon, then you may be happy to know that these bags are also available online! Are you a Disney Dooney collector? Will you be purchasing any of the new Dooney & Bourke bags? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Celebrate 10 Years of Disney-Inspired Dooney and Bourke Bags With NEW and Returning Prints! What’s NEW in Disney Springs: Menu Updates, Munchies, and Merch! The Beauty and the Beast Dooney & Bourke Collection Arrives in Disney World! View the full article

Disney and Points of Light have teamed up to find the first ever Volunteer Family of the Year, and now YOU can vote to send one lucky family to Walt Disney World Resort and reward their organization or school with a $10,000 grant! Earlier this week we shared the stories of our five amazing finalists, the Orlandos, the Aguirres, the Bell-Wallaces, the Jeevanayagams and the Nepolas. Each of these incredible families have gone above and beyond to make their community a better place, and demonstrate the very best of the volunteering spirit – service, inspiration, courageous spirit and teamwork! Get to know the families by watching their videos below. To vote, simply click on the video of the family that most inspires you and then select the “Vote Now” bar that appears. Having trouble picking your favorite? The good news is, that while you can only vote once per day, you can vote again for another amazing family the next day! Voting is open from Oct. 11 to Oct. 22 and the winning family will be announced on Good Morning America on Friday, Nov. 1. Help spread the word about our amazing finalists, and the power of family volunteering, by sharing the video you voted for using #VolunteerTogether View the full article