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If you ask a child to name a favorite Disney vacation memory, I am sure meeting beloved characters is at the top of their list. With autograph books and cameras in tow, there’s nothing like getting up close and personal with these friendly and sometimes furry friends. Luckily, throughout Walt Disney World Resort there are lots of chances to meet pals like Princess Tiana, Cinderella Mickey and Minnie (who will be sporting their colorful Surprise Celebration outfits until Sept. 30), and dozens more. At Magic Kingdom Park little ones can meet up with characters at a bunch of places including the Town Square Theater, Pete’s Silly Sideshow, Ariel’s Grotto, Adventureland Veranda, Buzz Lightyear’s Courtyard or Princess Fairytale Hall. And let’s face it, meeting characters is still a pretty big deal for us grownups too. Watch as these kiddos share priceless moments during their recent visit to Magic Kingdom Park. View the full article

Calling all “Frozen” fans! We’re melting with excitement for today’s debut of Arendelle Aqua, the latest color collection to hit Disney Parks around the world and online at shopDisney.com! Arendelle Aqua is inspired by Anna and Elsa’s kingdom from the Academy Award®-winning animated feature, Frozen from Walt Disney Animation Studios. The collection also marks the first-ever global release for a color collection now available at Disneyland Resort in California, Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Disneyland Paris, Hong Kong Disneyland, Shanghai Disney Resort and online at shopDisney.com! The entire fashion collection features a sparkling icy blue hue in a variety of items from headwear and accessories to men and women’s apparel coming over the next few months. Check out a quick look at the collection from our friends at Disney Style and a peek at tasty treats and sweet sips from Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort: Throughout Walt Disney World Resort, Arendelle Aqua is spiraling in frozen fractals all around with over 20 items from accessories and apparel to food and beverage. Highlights include Arendelle Aqua “Frozen” Lemonade at Epcot as well as Arendelle Aqua Sugar Drop Donuts at Disney’s Pop Century Resort! At the Disneyland Resort, guests are in a “Frozen” frenzy over Arendelle Aqua products featuring the Disneyland Resort logo as well as tasty treats and sweet sips including an Arendelle Aqua Linzer Cookie at Disneyland Park and Arendelle Aqua churros at the Town Square Churro Cart! For the first time ever overseas at Shanghai Disney Resort, the Minnie Mouse ear headband will be available with over 7 different items from the collection coming over the next several months for guests to wear to the popular “Frozen: A Sing-Along Celebration” as seen above! Hop on over to Hong Kong Disneyland for an assortment of Arendelle Aqua items including the Minnie ear headband with more rolling out over the next few months! Finally, at Disneyland Paris, guests can rock their “Frozen” style and prepare for “Frozen: A Musical Invitation” coming on Nov. 17th with an assortment of items including the Minnie ear headband along with a Disneyland Paris spirit jersey, Loungefly backpack and more! Also, keep an eye out for an Arendelle Aqua Cupcake and Arendelle Aqua cookies available at the Boardwalk Candy Palace at Disneyland Park. Unable to make it to Disney parks or want to prep your style in advance? You’re in luck! More than 15 items from the collection – including an Arendelle Aqua Alex and Ani bracelet and Loungefly crossbody bag along with an assortment of items from both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort – are available on shopDisney.com. Prepare to let it go and get your Arendelle Aqua on at Disney parks around the world and don’t forget to use #ArendelleAqua when sharing your “Frozen”-inspired styles! View the full article

With so many great places to dine and drink at Walt Disney World these days, there are actually a lot more must-try spots than just about anyone could squeeze into a vacation. Learn About: The Crew's Cup Lounge Disney World Restaurants So when we tell you that The Crew’s Cup Lounge at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is a must must-try, you know we’re serious. Over the years, we’ve touted The Crew’s Cup Lounge as a great place to escape the heat, and it’s still that. (Check out a review here!) But I recently ate here for a meeting after not being at the lounge for a while, and I was BOWLED OVER with what I ordered. I can’t wait to share it with YOU! (Apologies for the badly taken photos in this post, by the way — I was at a meeting and wasn’t planning on blogging the meal, but it was SO GOOD that I had to!) Neighboring Yachtsman Steakhouse, The Crew’s Cup Lounge is a low-key, inviting spot that — despite the straining crew depicted in the Lounge’s sign — is easy to enjoy. And enjoy you’ll want to do because The Crew’s Cup Lounge is now serving up some Prime Rib Sliders that made me carve out a second visit during my last short and very full trip to the World! If I’m eating someplace twice in a matter of days, you know there’s got to be something incredibly compelling going on there. Crew’s Cup Lounge Sign Grab an oar — it’s time to go! Atmosphere The Crew’s Cup Lounge is simple in design and decor, with tons of wood accents and area rugs lending it a warm and cozy feel. There’s a good amount of seating for a lounge of this size, and we’ve rarely had a wait when arriving (no ADRs required!). Crew’s Cup Lounge Atmosphere In addition to the clusters of tables and seating in the center of the Lounge, there are also booths along the wall. Crew’s Cup Booths to the Left and Tables to the Right And the bar is a simple affair, too, with high, cushioned bar stools and glass and mirror accents. Overall the space is a little dark and a lot relaxing. Bar Seating Eats The Crew’s Cup Lounge is open for dinner from 5PM to 10Pm and late-night dining from 10PM to 11PM. The late-night menu consists of only a handful of ‘entrees’ that include things like Lobster Bisque, Charcuterie or Cheese Boards, the Captain’s Platter, and an ‘Everything’ Pretzel. It’s kind of a mixed bag. Dinner is a little more expected, with several appetizers and entrees from which to choose. You really can’t go wrong with any of these options. Crew’s Cup Lounge Menu One of the appetizers — the ‘Everything’ Pretzel — comes with Beer Cheese, and now it’s time for an AJ Disney food hack: order a side of the Beer Cheese to go with your fries. Don’t hesitate; the answer is “yes, you need more Beer Cheese in your life, and this is the place to do it.” Hand-Cut Fries and Beer Cheese Sauce The Classic Crew Burger is a hearty combination of classic toppings done really well. Mr. Tractor Honey Mustard, Miso Bacon, House-made Ketchup, Mayonnaise, Lettuce, Tomato, Bread and Butter Pickles, Onions, and Cheddar top some stellar burger patties. Classic Crew Burger The shiny buttered roll is soft and fresh, and this is a decent burger. It’s a little on the small side for a $20 burger, though. The House-made Signature ‘Yacht Dog’ is a fun and upscale version of a classic. The dog here is comprised of 14-day Dry-Aged Prime Beef, and you taste every bit of that care and attention to the meat. House-made Signature “Yacht Dog” It’s served with Mayonnaise, House-made Ketchup, Fried Onions, and Mr. Tractor Honey Mustard on a Parker House Bun. The House-made Ketchup really levels up the hot dog, and I loved the crispy fried (but not greasy!) onions! House-made Signature “Yacht Dog” BUT I’ve saved the best for last, believe it or not. This dish got started when the chefs in the kitchen at the end of a long shift wanted THIS to eat, so you KNOW it’s good. The Prime Rib Sliders are an appetizer on the dinner menu, and you will 100% want to order these. (I ordered them because my friend told me that Denise from Mousesteps orders them every week! And she’s so right!) Three of the Yachtsman Steakhouse’s beloved onion rolls are topped with Prime Rib shaved thin. They’re served with horseradish cream and au jus (and I ordered a little Beer Cheese, too!), and these are ahhhh-mazing. (You literally have to say it that way when you try them… ahhhh-mazing.) Prime Rib Sliders It’s possible that I’m hungry again just thinking about these sliders. And when I tell you that I made a second trip back to The Crew’s Cup Lounge because of these, I’m totally serious. Nosh or Not? Row, row, row your boat gently to The Crew’s Cup Lounge if: You’re in the area and craving some AC with a side of awesome food. The Yacht Club is your home base during vacation, and you’re looking to try food right in your Resort. I told you to go. Point your bow elsewhere if: You don’t like lounge-style food. Yacht Club is way out of your way, and you don’t want to travel far for eats. You plan to eat at Yachtsman Steakhouse and can’t bring yourself to change tack for the Lounge instead. Overall The Crew’s Cup Lounge has the benefit of being close to a number of other Resorts — BoardWalk Inn, Beach Club, and the Swan and Dolphin Hotels are all walking distance away — and two Parks, making it actually pretty easily accessible even if you’re not staying at the Yacht Club. And it’s worth the walk (or Friendship Boat) over. Just plan to chill out, order up some fantastic food and drinks, and relax for a while. It’s honestly exactly the kind of hideout you need during a long, hot Walt Disney World vacation (and the Prime Rib Sliders! Swooooon). Have you enjoyed a meal at The Crew’s Cup Lounge? What’s your favorite part about this tucked-away spot? Let us know in the comments! 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Tonight’s “After Dark” image was snapped at Spaceship Earth, the park’s iconic attraction illuminated in amazing colors against the night sky. The attraction takes guests on a journey through time to explore the history of communication – from the Stone Age through today. Thanks to photographer Anthony Quintano for the image. View the full article

It’s safe to say the DFB team is SO READY to take a spin on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Epcot’s highly-anticipated rollercoaster. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Concept Art ©Disney We recently shared the attraction’s name and plotline, and last year, we showed you guys concept art for the attraction’s ride vehicles, but now Disney has given us a FIRST LOOK at the vehicles themselves. Each ride vehicle consists of two rows of two seats, and they are bright blue, with accents of gold, silver, and pink. And as you can see in Disney’s video below, “each individual cab in the attraction’s OmniCoaster ride system will direct your eyes to the story happening around you.” We’re really curious to check them out! ©Disney As we shared before, Cosmic Rewind will begin with guests entering the “galaxarium” where they will then board a Nova ship to see the earth from space. But when the Guardians of the Galaxy show up, things take a slightly different turn — presumably several fast, energetic turns! Guardians of the Galaxy Ride Concept Art ©Disney Based on what we know so far, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind may be in a class of its own. It is, in fact, because it will feature the first-ever “reverse launch into space”! Totally epic, right? Check out Disney’s video below for a further look at the upcoming attraction! It is slated to open in time for Walt Disney World’s 50th-anniversary celebrations in 2021. What do you think about Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind’s snazzy ride vehicles? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: NEWS!! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Officially Named — PLUS Ride Details! What’s New in Epcot — Construction Updates, Arendelle Aqua Treats, and MORE! Epcot’s Electric Umbrella to Close as Part of Massive Future World Transformation View the full article

Last month at the D23 Expo 2019, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Bob Chapek unveiled new details around Epcot’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, a family-friendly “storytelling coaster” that will feature a groundbreaking ride system with vehicles that rotate 360 degrees and can even do a reverse launch. Today we’re happy to share a closer look at this out-of-this-world ride system. As you can see in the video above – provided by Walt Disney Imagineering – each individual cab in the attraction’s Omni-Coaster ride system will direct your eyes to the story happening around you. Instead of whizzing by the action, the system will fully immerse you in the attraction’s story from the minute you take off. At Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind the adventure will start in the “Galaxarium,” a planetarium-like exhibition that explores the similarities and mysteries of the formation of Earth’s galaxy and Xandar. You’ll be invited to learn more about Xandar’s treasures – until the moment when the Guardians of the Galaxy arrive, and adventures across the cosmos ensue. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will open in time for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort in 2021. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for future updates. View the full article

The 2019 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival began August 29th, and we told you about ALL the food, ALL the merch, and even a new cheese crawl — Emile’s Fromage Montage. 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival But now, we have even more Food and Wine Festival news to share because new Annual Passholder-exclusive merchandise has arrived in Mouse Gear! Passholder-Exclusive Mugs We gave you a sneak peek of this collection last month, but it has now made its official debut. Let’s explore the new Chef Mickey and Minnie merchandise together! First up, you can get your hands on these adorable Chef Mickey and Minnie plates for $14.99 each. Passholder-Exclusive Chef Mickey and Minnie Plates On the Chef Mickey plate, the man of the hour is decked out in his Chef’s outfit while holding a delicious looking croissant. The background of the plate features popular Epcot icons, like Spaceship Earth and the Eiffel Tower. Passholder-Exclusive Chef Mickey Plate The background of the Chef Minnie plate is similar, but she’s serving up a yummy piece of pie. Passholder-Exclusive Chef Minnie Plate If you’re an Annual Passholder, you can also purchase the matching Chef Mickey and Minnie Mugs for $19.99! Passholder-Exclusive Mugs The Chef Mickey mug has a purple handle and says, “Serving up some fun!” You’ll spot the same Epcot icons featured on the plate here as well. Passholder-Exclusive Chef Mickey Mugs The Chef Minnie mug has a pink handle… Passholder-Exclusive Chef Minnie Mug …and she’s also “Serving up some fun!” Passholder-Exclusive Minnie Mug Don’t forget that the Passholder-exclusive Chef Figment and Chef Remy mugs are available as well! These debuted the day the Food and Wine Festival began. Passholder-Exclusive Mugs Also, you’ll want to keep an eye out for the Passholder-exclusive freebies as well — you can explore all of those here! If you want to get your hands on this adorable Chef Mickey and Chef Mickey merchandise, head on over to Mouse Gear in Epcot’s Future World! We’ll you be heading to Mouse Gear to pick up any of these plates or mugs? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Get a SNEAK PEEK at NEW Epcot Food and Wine Festival Merchandise! Feast Your Eyes on the NEW 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Merchandise! We Tackled the New CHEESE CRAWL at Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival! View the full article

Are the times of Disney PhotoPass Cast Members at character meet-and-greet locations coming to an end? We sure hope not! Mickey and Minnie Meet-and-Greet We have spotted another automated camera in place of a PhotoPass Cast Member. This time, it was found at the Mickey and Minnie meet-and-greet at Town Square Theatre in Magic Kingdom. Disney has tested this system out at a few different locations throughout the last few years. We’ve seen them tested with Tinker Bell in Magic Kingdom and at Star Wars Launch Bay in Hollywood Studios. So, what are they you ask? Well, they are automated cameras that have been placed inside a themed box. This one, in Mickey’s dressing room, is located inside a bookcase. Automated Camera Guests will look at the camera as if they were looking at a PhotoPass Cast Member. The Character Attendant should assist you in knowing when to pose. The system is on a timer and took five or six photos when we were visiting. While we still had nice photos at the end of the interaction, it seemed much more difficult to get those fun candid shots. But remember, you can ask the Character Attendant to snap a few for you on your personal device. Automated Camera and Character Attendant After taking your photo with the box, you will scan your MagicBand on the PhotoPass kiosk so that the pictures will be linked to your My Disney Experience app. MagicBand Kiosk Sadly, while this gets the job done, we really miss the interaction with the PhotoPass Cast Members. They typically do such a great job and know how to get a good shot. Especially when you’ve got little ones who are scared of the characters or don’t like to stand still. But, we are glad that most locations throughout Walt Disney World are still operating with PhotoPass Cast Members. While we aren’t sure how long this system will be sticking around since it could be a test, we will be sure to keep you updated! What do you think of this new addition? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: REVIEW: A New Ingredient Makes These Disney World Limited Time Fries Even HOTTER! What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Menu Updates, Merchandise, and Missing Skyliner Gondolas! What’s New at Magic Kingdom! Temporary Ride Closures, Castle Phone Cases, a New Rest Area, and MORE! View the full article

Hi there, friends! Welcome to another roundup of What’s New around the Disney World Resorts! Disney’s Beach Club Resort Today, we’ll be chatting about Disney’s Yacht Club and Beach Club Resorts. Let’s get started! Beach Club Resort Construction Update In case you missed it, the cult favorite Beaches & Cream Soda Shop has temporarily closed for a lengthy refurbishment. Thankfully, there is a temporary satellite location in Ariel’s, a place typically used for wedding receptions and the like. During our most recent visit, we spotted Beaches & Cream’s logo rug in front of the temporary location, so you should be able to find it with more ease! Beaches and Cream Temporary Location We also noticed a few tables outside… Beaches & Cream Temporary Location …in addition to a treat display that wasn’t there before. Beaches & Cream Treats Learn more about Beaches & Cream’s refurbishment here! Beach Club Resort Merchandise Update We recently told you about a bunch of Disney Vacation Club merchandise we found at Disney’s Old Key West Resort and Wilderness Lodge, and it’s popped up in Beach Club Marketplace as well! Beach Club Marketplace Merchandise Display We had already seen the Disney Vacation Club Loungefly backpack ($65.99)… DVC Loungefly Backpacks …“Good Times Great Place” sweatshirt ($59.99)… “Good Times Great Places” Sweatshirt …and Disney Vacation Club suitcase ($159)… DVC Suitcases …but we spotted this Disney Vacation Club tumbler ($29.99) for the first time! DVC Tumbler DVC Tumbler Explore more of the new Disney Vacation Club merchandise here! While we were in Beach Club Marketplace, we noticed that its daily trivia board was featuring Animal Kingdom. Do you know all the answers?? Beach Club Marketplace Trivia Yacht Club Resort Construction Update Making our way to Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, the resort’s lobby is undergoing refurbishment. Based on what we heard and saw, it seems like they are replacing or resurfacing the hardwood floors. Yacht Club Resort Lobby Refurbishment Due to the construction work, the Bell Services desk is serving as the temporary Registration, Concierge, and Front Desk location. Yacht Club Resort Lobby Refurbishment Black construction drapes start immediately when you walk in from outside and they go all the way up to the ceiling of the second floor. Yacht Club Resort Lobby Refurbishment Since the lobby is currently under refurbishment, Yacht Club Resort’s globe has been temporarily moved to the area outside The Market at Ale & Compass. We’ll keep you updated as the lobby’s construction work progresses! Yacht Club Globe Outside Market at Ale & Compass Yacht Club Resort Merchandise Update Speaking of The Market at Ale and Compass, we saw Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Halloween merchandise displays! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Merchandise Display While we’ve spotted all this merchandise around Disney World already, it’s still fun to see! Halloween Merchandise Display That wraps up our latest walk around Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts — thanks for joining us! Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for even more news from the Disney parks and resorts! Which is your favorite Epcot-area resort? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Menu Updates At Disney World’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts (Including a NEW Shipwreck Burger!) NEWS!! Select Quick-Service Resort Locations to Open EARLY for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Grand Opening FOOD NEWS! Stellar Treats Are Coming to Disney World for the Opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! View the full article

You know those people who are accused of celebrating the holidays far too early? Well, I’m proudly one of them! I begin celebrating Halloween in earnest on September 1 by playing Disney’s “Hocus Pocus” and “Halloweentown” on a loop, downing pumpkin-flavored treats, and decorating my home in orange and black (well, only the interior so I don’t upset my HOA). The way I see it, it’s a wonderfully wicked time of year, and October just isn’t long enough to celebrate it! I also make the full transition to Christmas beginning November 1, but that’s a story for another time. As someone who loves getting into the spirit, you can trust me when I dole out Halloween photo advice for your visit to Walt Disney World Resort: If you’re looking for frightfully festive photos, start with the Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs! In addition to standard portrait backdrops and a wide variety of Disney-themed virtual backdrops, this studio offers virtual backdrops that celebrate this spooky time of year. If you need to fill even more dead space in your photo album (or social media pages), you can unearth backdrops that feature scenes from the Haunted Mansion. Feeling heroic? Then this backdrop is perfect for you. At this time of year, I’d probably find myself reveling with Maleficent rather than fighting her, but that’s just a misguided personal preference. For those who want to start celebrating Day of the Dead early, there’s something for you too! You can capture vibrant photos with backdrops themed to Disney•Pixar’s “Coco.” Reservations are not required to visit the studio, and if you have Memory Maker or Memory Maker One Day, photos captured here are included as part of your entitlement!* Just bring a smile (or a villainous smirk) to the Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs, and the photographers will use their tricks to give you a few treats! *Disney PhotoPass Service and Memory Maker are subject to the applicable terms and policies. Includes photos taken during the applicable Memory Maker Window as defined in such terms (generally, photos taken (i) within one day for Memory Maker One Day or (ii) within 30 days from the date of first activation for standard Memory Maker). If Memory Maker is purchased at the advance purchase price, any photos taken within 3 days of the date Memory Maker is purchased are not included and must be purchased separately. A MagicBand is required to receive certain attraction photos and other digital content. Online registration required. Disney PhotoPass Photos in your account will expire pursuant to the expiration policy. Downloads are restricted to personal use only. Not responsible for missing, lost or damaged photos. Subject to restrictions and change without notice. Valid theme park admission required for certain photo locations. View the full article

Paradise Gardens Park at Disney California Adventure park se viste de fiesta to celebrate the return of one of its most fun and colorful seasonal experiences, Plaza de la Familia! Plaza de la Familia honors the beloved Pixar film, “Coco,” and the everlasting bonds of family with picturesque arts and crafts activities, mouth-watering Mexican food and inspiring live entertainment! ¡Así es! “A Musical Celebration of Coco” also returns this year with its cast of storytellers to entertain guests with beloved songs from the film performed by singing host Mateo and the Grammy® Award-winning Mariachi Divas. Get transported to the land of the dead with appearances of authentic folklórico dancers and townspeople from “Coco” joined by the adventurous Miguel, who is brought to life in a whimsical style inspired by Mexican folk art! Make sure to visit the iconic Árbol de la Vida to hang an emotional thought for your loved ones on the wall of memories. Design your own paper alebrije mask of Dante or Pepita. New this year, you have the opportunity to take photos and make new memories with Miguel when he appears between shows at a beautiful artistic mural entitled “Recuérdame” (“Remember Me”). Named after the iconic song from the film, the evocative mural depicts the themes touched on by the Storytellers of Plaza de la Familia in their show, and celebrates Miguel’s beloved family in Santa Cecilia and the Land of the Dead. At Paradise Garden Grill, sample delicioso, traditional Mexican dishes, including Traditional Tamale Plate with chile red pork tamales with golden rice and black beans, and Tacos de Estilo Callejero: a trio of sirloin beef tacos with pickled vegetables, golden rice and black beans. Another option is Tortitas de Papa – vegan crispy potato cakes with sautéed spinach, ranchero salsa, golden rice and pickled onion salad. For postres, try Pan Dulce Concha, traditional house-made Mexican sweet bread filled with dulce de leche. Check out the spot we recently created with our friends at Pixar! Are you ready to celebrate the everlasting bonds of family? Los esperamos at Plaza de la Familia now through Nov. 3! View the full article

Attending one of Magic Kingdom’s dessert parties is a unique way to not only enjoy some yummy treats but also view the Happily Ever After fireworks from a reserved location. Happily Ever After We hate to be the bearers of bad news, but today we learned that Disney plans to soon increase its prices for three of these parties. According to Disney World’s website, ticket prices for February 1st, 2020 and onward will increase for the Fireworks Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace, the Fireworks Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing, and the Magic Kingdom After Fireworks Dessert Party. Fireworks Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace Grey Stuff and Oreos You can see below the price increases we found on Disney World’s website for the Fireworks Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace: Now through January 31st, 2020: $84 per adult (ages 10 and up); $50 per child (ages 3 to 9), tax included Starting February 1st, 2020: $99 per adult (ages 10 and up); $59 per child (ages 3 to 9), tax included Read our full review of the Fireworks Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace here! Fireworks Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing Fireworks Dessert Party Treats These are the price increases for the Fireworks Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing: Now through January 31st, 2020: $69 per adult (ages 10 and up); $41 per child (ages 3 to 9), tax included Starting February 1st, 2020: $79 per adult (ages 10 and up); $47 per child (ages 3 to 9) Magic Kingdom After Fireworks Dessert Party Happily Ever After AFTER Dessert Party Spread Below, you can see the price increases for the Magic Kingdom After Fireworks Dessert Party: Now through January 31st, 2020: $69 per adult (ages 10 and up); $41 per child (ages 3 to 9), tax included Starting February 1st, 2020: $79 per adult (ages 10 and up); $47 per child (ages 3 to 9) Check out our full review of the Magic Kingdom After Fireworks Dessert Party here! Note that gratuity is not included and a Magic Kingdom park ticket is required for entrance. You can book each of these parties online or call (407) WDW-DINE. The Fireworks Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace can be booked here, and the Fireworks Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing can be booked here. Have you attended any of these Magic Kingdom Dessert Parties? Let us know about your experience in the comments below! Related posts: Review: Happily Ever After Fireworks Dessert Party in Magic Kingdom Review: Happily Ever After AFTER Fireworks Dessert Party at Magic Kingdom!! EMERGENCY! 2319 Cone Lands at Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies! View the full article

It’s never too early to get into the holiday spirit! Disney Cruise Line just released a super cute digital wallpaper that depicts the tropical celebration you can have when you set sail on one of our Very Merrytime Cruises this winter. Not only do these cruises immerse your family in holiday-themed fun onboard the ship with entertainment like Mickey’s Tree Lighting Magic and Santa’s Winter Wonderland Ball, you escape the hustle and bustle (and cold weather!) of the holiday season. All of the Very Merrytime Cruises visit tropical destinations in the Caribbean and Bahamas with options departing from Florida (Port Canaveral and Miami), Texas and Puerto Rico. To start imagining yourself lounging next to an adorable sandman on a tropical beach, download this new wallpaper to your desktop or mobile device. Be sure to check out the terms of use about using the wallpaper before you download it. Want to check out other designs? Visit our complete gallery of wallpapers. Now, who wants to celebrate the holidays in paradise? Click here to explore Very Merrytime Cruise dates in November and December. View the full article

Hello there, world travelers! Welcome to our latest roundup of What’s New in Epcot! Spaceship Earth We’ve got a lot to cover today — including Arendelle Aqua merch and treats — so let’s dive right in! Epcot Food Update Future World In case you missed it, Disney has revealed its newest color trend collection — Arendelle Aqua — and treats and merchandise items have started to appear in Epcot! At Sunshine Seasons, the new Arendelle Aqua Pearl Cupcake was available in addition to the Seasonal Vegan Cupcake. Sunshine Seasons Bakery Case We, of course, had to try the Arendelle Aqua Pearl Cupcake! This cupcake is a bit similar in look and in taste to the popular Rose Gold Cupcake and consists of yellow cake, Nutella filling, a mountain of vanilla buttercream, and a fondant bow and ears. Arendelle Aqua Pearl Cupcake While we enjoyed the cake, filling, and frosting, we were not fans of the fondant bow and ears (but who cares when they look so cute??). You can grab this cupcake from Sunshine Seasons for $5.49 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit! Arendelle Aqua Pearl Cupcake Read our full review of the Arendelle Aqua Pearl Cupcake here! Also debuting at Sunshine Seasons in celebration of the new color trend is Arendelle Aqua Frozen Lemonade! A member of our extended DFB family got to try the lemonade during the V.I.PASSHOLDER event in Epcot, but it should be available by the time the new collection officially drops on Friday, September 13th. Arendelle Aqua Frozen Lemonade We actually chose to add Bacardi Raspberry Rum to our lemonade, which features Monin Cotton Candy Syrup. This slush was super refreshing, tart, and super photogenic to boot! Arendelle Aqua Frozen Lemonade While you can get the non-alcoholic Arendelle Aqua Frozen Lemonade for $6.49 (or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit), our boozy version was $11.25. Read our full review of boozy Arendelle Aqua Frozen Lemonade here! World Showcase Continuing our Arendelle Aqua adventure in World Showcase, the Arendelle Aqua Victoria Sponge Cake was available during our latest visit. Note that they didn’t have any special signage out for this treat yet, so you may need to ask for it. Arendelle Aqua Victoria Sponge Cake The Arendelle Aqua Victoria Spongecake is a classic sponge cake with a bit of Arendelle Aqua-colored icing. We LOVED the light and airy texture of the cake. The icing was a little too sweet for us but we enjoyed the addition of strawberry jam inside. Arendelle Aqua Victoria Sponge Cake You can find the Arendelle Aqua Victoria Sponge Cake at Yorkshire County Fish Shop in the UK Pavilion in Epcot for $4.29. Read our full review of the Arendelle Aqua Victoria Sponge Cake here! Over in the Norway Pavilion, we stumbled upon the Frozen Arendelle Aqua Lemonade at Norway’s Beer Cart. While this drink wasn’t available to the public yet, a member of our team tried it during the V.I.PASSHOLDER event. Frozen Arendelle Aqua Lemonade The frozen lemonade is mixed with passion fruit and pineapple, and spoiler alert — it’s amazing! The tart lemonade balances the passion fruit and pineapple flavors, blending them all together in a slightly sweet, but definitely mouth-puckering taste. If you like tart frozen drinks, you’ll want to take a sip of the Frozen Arendelle Aqua Lemonade! Frozen Arendelle Aqua Lemonade You should be able to grab this Frozen-inspired drink for $5.25 once the Arendelle Aqua collection officially launches on Friday, September 13th. Read our full review on the Frozen Arendelle Aqua Lemonade here! In the Italy Pavilion, Pizza al Taglio has closed once again after recently reopening. We’ll be sure to let you know when it reopens again! Pizza al Taglio Closed Epcot Construction Update Future World During our time in Future World, we took note of the ongoing construction on Epcot’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction. When we were there, it looked like there were more workers on the roof than usual. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Construction The new coaster is expected to open in time for Disney World’s 50th-anniversary celebrations in 2021 and we can hardly contain our anticipation! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Construction Learn more about Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind here! Construction is also underway on Epcot’s Space 220 restaurant — we wish we could take a peek inside! This immersive dining location is slated to open this year, and it will offer internationally-inspired cuisine and more than 1,000 bottles of wine. Space 220 Restaurant Construction Read more about Space 220 here! We’ve been keeping you posted on the exterior updates to the Odyssey Events Pavilion, and we noticed even more new paint! During our latest visit, we spotted blue and white directional designs before the bridge. Odyssey Events Pavilion New Paint In case you missed it, the NEW Epcot Experience is coming to the Pavilion this October. Odyssey Events Pavilion New Paint Learn more about the upcoming Epcot Experience here! World Showcase In World Showcase, construction work is continuing to progress on the International Gateway Skyliner station. Skyliner Station Construction Disney World’s Skyliner Gondola System will officially take to the skies on September 29th, connecting Epcot and Hollywood Studios to several Disney resorts. Skyliner Station Construction Read all about the Skyliner here! The France Pavilion is in the midst of construction as well, as THREE new experiences are on the way. France Pavilion Construction The new Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along will open first in January 2020, followed by La Crêperie de Paris and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure in the summer of 2020. France Pavilion Construction Learn more about the France Pavilion’s upcoming experiences here! Epcot Merchandise Update Mouse Gear Arendelle Aqua merchandise has arrived at Mouse Gear, people! Even though the new color trend collection doesn’t officially launch until Friday, September 13th, quite a few of the items were available to purchase during our latest visit. Arendelle Aqua Merchandise Display Arendelle Aqua Merchandise Display We spotted Arendelle Aqua Loungefly backpacks ($90)… Arendelle Aqua Loungefly Backpacks …Minnie Ears ($27.99), and SO MUCH MORE. Arendelle Aqua Minnie Ears The Arendelle Aqua Alex & Ani Minnie Ears Bracelets ($44.99) were on display, but they were unfortunately sold out. Arendelle Aqua Alex & Ani Bracelets Explore ALL the Arendelle Aqua merchandise here! Heritage Manor Gifts In Heritage Manor Gifts, we found a few America-themed merchandise items we hadn’t seen before. We spotted a USA Tumbler ($24.99)… USA Tumbler USA Tumbler …an American Flag Mug ($16.99)… American Flag Mug …and a USA Red Solo Cup ($9.99)! USA Solo Cup USA Solo Cup Before we left Epcot, we HAD to take a few photos of the Germany train display! Germany Pavilion Train Display If you look really close, you can spot flags promoting the 2019 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. They aren’t new, but they ARE cute! Germany Pavilion Train Display Well, friends, that wraps up our walk around Epcot’s Future World and World Showcase — thanks for joining us! Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for even more news from the Disney parks and resorts. Related posts: What’s New in Epcot — Macaron Purses, Construction Updates, and the 2019 Food and Wine Festival! What’s New in Epcot — Food and Wine Booths, SO MUCH Construction, and the Most Adorable Pens We’ve Ever Seen! What’s New in Epcot — Construction Updates, Food News, and MORE! View the full article

The renovated Cinderella Castle walkway recently reopened, but the beautiful moat that surrounds the castle remained empty… Cinderella Castle Until TODAY! “So this is love? Mmm.” Cinderella Castle is back to its former glory thanks to the return of the water in the castle’s moat. The moat had been under construction for quite some time. Cinderella Castle Moat Under Construction Disney has added some new landscaping in the area. And while it looks a bit barren, we’re excited to watch these trees grow, flourish, and bring even more beauty to our beloved castle. Cinderella Castle Landscaping Disney has also changed the brick color along the moat walls and they have added a few new faux moat doors! Moat Doors With the walkway complete and the water back in place, we can’t wait to snap castle photos from our favorite castle spot once again. Cinderella Castle Sadly, a few bits of construction materials still remain, but we’re keeping our fingers crossed that these will go away sometime soon. Cinderella Castle But, in the meantime, we’re excited to be able to stare at the reflection of the castle in the bluish-green water again! Are you excited that the moat is full of water again? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Cinderella Castle Walkway Officially Reopens at Magic Kingdom! NEW Additions Coming to Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade in Disney World! What’s New in Magic Kingdom — Ear Hats, Hair Accessories, and a NEW Portrait Studio! View the full article

Hey, guys! We’re back with another DFB Video and today we’re talking about the MAJOR Disney World changes that will affect your next vacay. Minnie at the new C-Spot From new places to meet your fav characters to FastPass tiers changing, there’s a LOT going on around Disney World. We chat about the biggest changes including construction, renovations, and more in our latest DFB Video. Check it 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: Which Disney World change you’re the most excited for! Related posts: DFB Video: Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2018 DFB Video: Things Disney Keeps Getting Wrong DFB Video: How to Hack a Last Minute Disney Trip View the full article

The holidays are QUICKLY approaching and in the blink of an eye, it will be time to celebrate New Year’s Eve. Animal Kingdom Holidays Concept Art ©Disney For those of you who are choosing to ring in your New Year’s Eve at Walt Disney World, we’ve got some exciting news. Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be staying open until midnight! The extended hours aren’t the only exciting piece of news as there will also be “special New Year’s Eve-themed food and drinks” and DJs in Asia, Discovery Island, and DinoLand U.S.A. But that’s not all!! Guests can also expect to find fun pin trading opportunities and a special limited-edition New Year’s Eve pin available. Sounds like a party to me!! Tree of Life ©Disney According to Disney, “everyone can gather around Discovery Island and Asia to watch a special New Year’s Eve countdown on the iconic Tree of Life.” This exciting countdown will be filled with “energetic music and lighting displays.” Between this and the NEW decor and experiences that will fill Animal Kingdom this year, we cannot wait to ring in the holiday season. You can read about Animal Kingdom’s new holiday additions here. Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2019 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Pre-order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2019 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What’s New!! chapter for the 2019 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World’s busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we’ll tell you where to eat! ;-D Pre-Order your 2019 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don’t love it, you get your money back! Will you be ringing in the New Year at Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: A NEW Lion King Scavenger Hunt is Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! REVIEW! New Lion Paw Cookie Roars into Disney’s Animal Kingdom NEW! The Rafiki Cupcake Arrives in Animal Kingdom View the full article

We loveeee ourselves a good discount. I mean, who doesn’t?! Sleeping Beauty Castle That’s why we’re pumped that Disneyland Resort is currently offering up to 25% off select hotels! Are you looking to stay at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel or the Disneyland Hotel between October 13th – December 19, 2019? Then this offer is for you since it’s valid on most Sunday to Thursday nights during those dates. Disneyland Hotel So, what are the DEALS? Well, those planning to stay at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa can save 25% on Premium rooms and 20% on Standard rooms. Those choosing to stay at the Disneyland Hotel can save 20% on Premium rooms and 15% on Standard rooms. Welcome to the Grand Californian! And we have great news!! You can book this limited-time offer NOW – December 5, 2019. Click here to learn more about this offer and to check out availability. You can also call (800) 584-9876 to book this offer now. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Will you be taking advantage of this offer? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Save Big on Hotels With This NEW Disneyland Discount! 2020 Disneyland Hotel Packages Are NOW Available for Booking! Sneak Preview! ALL THE EATS Coming To Disneyland This Weekend for The “Get Your Ears On” Celebration! View the full article

Guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort this holiday season will “roar in” the New Year. That’s because Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park will be open until midnight to celebrate New Year’s Eve on December 31, 2019. Throughout the night, you’ll find special New Year’s Eve-themed food and drinks, while DJs in Asia, Discovery Island and DinoLand U.S.A. will keep the party pumping! As midnight approaches everyone can gather around Discovery Island and Asia to watch a special New Year’s Eve countdown on the iconic Tree of Life. Energetic music and lighting displays will welcome in 2020. Guests can also get into the fun with special pin trading opportunities, plus a limited-edition New Year’s Eve pin available beginning that evening. Subject to change and based on availability. The park’s New Year’s Eve celebration will cap off a thrilling season of all-new holiday experiences at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Be on the lookout for festive new décor in every land, enjoy unforgettable winter projections on the Tree of Life, get into the holiday spirit with your favorite characters in DinoLand U.S.A. and more. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a place you will want to visit this holiday season! To learn about everything happening at Walt Disney World on New Year’s Eve, visit DisneyWorld.com/NewYearsEve. View the full article

Kids today are the Imagineers of tomorrow, right?? Salt & Straw in Downtown Disney Anaheim That’s why these sweet new ice cream flavors in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney are even COOLER since they were created by kids! (Wait, whaaaat??) The September Student Inventor Series is back at Salt & Straw across the country! And, these 4th graders in Anaheim were dreaming BIG when they came up with their magical ice cream creations. ©Salt & Straw Spelled exactly like the 4th grader creator wrote it, the Forzen Prezall is a tangy yogurt ice cream mixed with cinnamon, caramel, and chewy, salty “prezall” bars. ©Salt & Straw Lady Noir, based on this student’s favorite show — Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir, is a jet black-colored chocolate ice cream with ripples of dark red fudge. ©Salt & Straw Lookin’ like a colorful candy explosion, the Magical Unicorn-ice-cream channels rainbows and unicorns with its subtly fruity blue, pink, and yellow ice cream mixed with cherries and housemade Oreos. ©Salt & Straw And, as awesome as these sound, it’s even more amazing that a portion of Salt & Straw’s proceeds goes back to the schools where these kids dreamt up their ice cream flavors! Inside Salt & Straw Dreams do come true, kids… Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! Will you be heading to Salt & Straw to try these new student flavors? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Check out Salt and Straw’s Specialty Flavor for National Ice Cream Day in Disneyland! Review: Thanksgiving Flavors at Disneyland’s Salt & Straw (Yup, There’s TURKEY ICE CREAM!) Review: Check Out The Chocolate-y, Marshmallow-y Goodness On The S’mores CrazyShake in Disneyland! View the full article

Do the Monday blues get you down? Catal Not anymore! ‘Cause in Disneyland, the weekend just keeps on rolling with this drink deal! Catal is now offering Mega Mondays in Downtown Disney (ooh, tell us more!). Purple Galaxy Drink According to Catal’s Instagram, every Monday, you can get $10 off any of Catal’s Mega Cocktails. What a way to start the week! Catal at night! Which drink will you be sippin’ on this Monday? Check out our Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! What’s your favorite thing to snack on or drink at Catal? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Review: Blast Off into Space With This Secret Menu Drink in Disneyland Resort! Late Night Just Got BETTER With This Mega Deal From Tortilla Jo’s in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney! Review: Check Out The Chocolate-y, Marshmallow-y Goodness On The S’mores CrazyShake in Disneyland! View the full article

We may be in the midst of Disney World’s Halloween season, but the Christmas season is nearly upon us! Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! 2018 Disney seems to agree, as they’ve officially opened Advance Dining Reservations for Hollywood Studios’ Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Holiday Dessert Party. Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! will take place nightly from November 8th, 2019 through January 5th, 2020. Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! showcases holiday magic with Disney characters and film moments in a festive celebration full of fireworks and projections. Guests can enhance their viewing of the show by adding the Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Holiday Dessert Party to their experience. Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Dessert Party Inclusions This year’s party will be located along Echo Lake, where guests can enjoy “holiday-inspired snacks, delicious desserts, wine, beer, and specialty alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.” Menu highlights include a Yule Log, fondue with pretzel bread, and Gingerbread Martinis. According to Disney, you’ll get to interact with a “VIP Disney character!” Yule Log ©Disney The party ticket includes reserved viewing for both Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! and Wonderful World of Animation. Wonderful World of Animation Dessert Party Ticket Cost The following ticket pricing will apply for this year’s Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Holiday Dessert Party: November 8th to December 21st, 2019: $89 per adult; $53 per child ages 3 to 9 (tax and gratuity included) December 22nd, 2019 to January 1st, 2020: $99 per adult; $59 per child ages 3 to 9 (tax and gratuity included) January 2nd to January 5th, 2020: $89 per adult; $53 per child ages 3 to 9 (tax and gratuity included) Your dessert party ticket does not include entrance to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, so you’ll need to purchase a park ticket separately. If you’d like to book this dessert party, you may do so online or by calling (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463. Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2019 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Pre-order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2019 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What’s New!! chapter for the 2019 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World’s busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we’ll tell you where to eat! ;-D Pre-Order your 2019 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don’t love it, you get your money back! Are you going to experience this year’s Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Holiday Dessert Party? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Try Not To Cry When These Disney World Cast Members Find Out They’re Headed for Batuu! NEWS!! Dates Announced for Hollywood Studios’ Sunset Seasons Greetings Show NEW: Kylo Ren and BB-9E Cupcakes at Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios View the full article

I don’t know about you, but I really have a hard time deciding what to eat when I visit Disney Springs. With four distinct neighborhoods and so many delicious options to choose from, it’s no wonder that guests keep visiting time and time again. This week we introduce a 4-part video series highlighting the amazing food that Disney Springs has to offer. The first video focuses on Marketplace, where you can indulge in sweetly decadent strawberries and cream crepe from Aristocrepes, blow your taste buds over with the mouthwatering artisan sausages of B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co., or sip on a delightfully refreshing watermelon marg from Dockside Margaritas! In the coming weeks, look for more videos showcasing the food and beverages of Disney Springs. Until then, let us know what delicious treat at Marketplace puts you in your #HappyPlace. View the full article