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Today is a great day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom BECAUSE we spotted the totally awesome Lion King Drum Souvenir Popcorn Bucket! Lion King Popcorn Bucket We previously found this souvenir bucket in Disney California Adventure in Disneyland Resort and are so glad it’s made its way to Animal Kingdom! Lion King Drum Popcorn Bucket The bucket is made to look like real wood featuring intricate carvings on each side — one of Simba and one of a sunburst. Colorful lanyards with Lion King-themed icons add a lovely finishing touch. Lion King Drum Bucket In Disney California Adventure, these buckets actually come with a serving of cotton candy, but yours will come with popcorn at Animal Kingdom. Lion King Drum Bucket Price We found these awesome buckets for $14.99 at The Feeding Ground (on Discovery Island) and Mahindi (in the park’s Africa section), but you might be able to find them in various locations around the park. The Lion King Drum Popcorn Bucket joins a bunch of specialty treats celebrating The Lion King in Animal Kingdom this summer! Do you love this awesome popcorn bucket as much as we do? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Review: Zuri’s Sweets Shop in Animal Kingdom’s Harambe Market News: Light-Up Lotus Popcorn Bucket Coming to Animal Kingdom and Updated Anniversary Buckets in Disneyland One Year In, These Are The Best Snacks in Disney World’s Pandora, The World of Avatar! View the full article

Hi, there! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re talking about ALL the latest Disney news… because there’s been a LOT of it recently! Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Villa del Lago is now open in Disney World! We’re talking about some very recent price increases, restaurant openings and some new fastpass tiers?! We’ve got ALL the latest Disney Parks news (plus tons of new snacks) to help you prepare for your next Disney trip, and we’ve rounded it up here for you in our latest DFB YouTube 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: Which piece of Disney news most interests you? Related posts: DFB Video: The Latest News From Disney Parks! DFB Video: The Latest Disney News! DFB Video: The LATEST NEWS from Disney World and Disneyland! View the full article

Hello from the Louisiana — er, Disney — Bayou! We moseyed over to Port Orleans French Quarter this week, and of course had to stop at one of our favorite Quick Service spots — Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory! Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory Sassagoula is best known for being the only spot in Walt Disney World for a classic Mickey shaped beignet — the warm, fluffy treat that I dream about more than I’d like to admit. Mickey-Shaped Beignet at Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter But today, something else caught our eye BESIDES tasty pastries. When we looked at the Menu Board at the “Italian Station” we noticed the “Create Your Own Pasta” was gone! Sassagoula Floatworks “Italian Station” Menu In its place were three “French Quarter” Pastas — Shrimp Arrabbiata, Chicken Alfredo, and Vegetarian. We also spotted a new Bayou Lasagna. We just had to sample a dish or two! We opted for the Lasagna and one of the Pastas. When I asked the Cast Member which of the pasta dishes she recommends, she said the Chicken Alfredo and the Shrimp Arabbiata were the most popular…”but beware! The Shrimp is spicy.” As you may know Disney doesn’t really do spicy, (we use the phrase “Disney heat” around here) so we were curious to see how this one compared heat-wise. The pasta dishes (not the lasagna) are made to order, so you’ll put your name and order in with the Chefs, then pay at the register. By the time we were done, our lunch was ready! Sassagoula Floatworks Pastas At first glance they looked tasty — but it was odd to us that the Bayou Lasagna was presented like a TV dinner? More on that later… Let’s start with the Shrimp Arrabbiatta. Shrimp Arrabbiatta The Shrimp Arrabbiatta is Penne Pasta with Marinara Sauce, Shrimp, Broccoli, and Red Pepper Flakes. The chef will add Fresh Parmesan on top if you’d like — and of course we did! Shrimp Arrabbiatta The dish is a huge serving — and could easily be shared between two, especially with a side. But how would the flavor (and heat) stack up? Surprisingly, well! There were tons of juicy, tender shrimp and the broccoli was perfectly cooked so it still had some crunch. The sauce wasn’t anything extraordinary, but the red pepper flakes really elevated the dish. In fact, it was ACTUALLY spicy! Like real heat, not Disney heat! My nose was running and my cheeks were flushed. I was shocked! Shrimp Arrabbiatta If you like a little heat in your food, this is a great option! And, it goes without saying, if you don’t like spicy stuff, we suggest you skip this one. Next up, the Bayou Lasagna. Bayou Lasagna This is layers of Pasta with Bolognese Sauce and House-made Alfredo. As you can see it comes out like a frozen TV dinner, which was a little perplexing… . Considering I was paying when they got it ready, my guess is they pre-portion the dish in these containers so they can be individually heated up when someone orders it. But presentation aside, how would it taste? Bayou Lasagna The meat Bolognese sauce was rather flavorful, but the creamy Alfredo was the real winner in my book. The noodles were cooked quite well, and overall it was a decent dish — it just wasn’t anything unusually special. Nothing about it said Bayou, other than the name. With a name like that, we’d love to have seen some Cajun spices or even some Shrimp in the dish to change it up. It was better than a standard TV Dinner though and it will be a great choice for picky kids (and adults) who don’t want to step outside of their comfort zone. Bayou Lasagna Overall, I would personally order the Shrimp Arrabbiatta again, but not the Bayou Lasagna. But once again Sassagoula Floatworks proves that it’s one of the best resort Quick Service spots with its unique menu, baked goods, and array of flavors — now including heat! For more of our Port Orleans recommendations check out our list here! And check out our DFB Video: What to Eat and What to Skip at Port Orleans! Check out our video EAT THIS at Port Orleans Resort! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! We hope that helped as you plan your visit to Disney’s Port Orleans Resort French Quarter and Riverside! Let us know your favorites in the comments! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is now available! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Is Port Orleans one of your favorites for food? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Review: Sassagoula Floatworks & Food Factory at Port Orleans Resort, French Quarter What to EAT at Port Orleans Resort French Quarter and Riverside in Disney World! #OnTheList: Beignets (now with dipping sauces!!) at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort, French Quarter View the full article

We’re back in Disneyland Resort today where there’s been a lot of action in the world of Disney Parks snacks! We’ve also spotted plenty of new, fun merchandise and looked behind the fencing to see what’s up with construction projects around the Resort. Come see What’s New! Sleeping Beauty Castle What’s New in Disneyland Resort Food and Menus There’s a new food truck in Downtown Disney, and you’re going to want to find it. (It’s near Pop-Up Disney!) It’s The Empanada Maker! The Empanada Maker We’re hungry just thinking about those hand-held pockets of deliciousness… (We had empanadas recently at Disney World — see our most recent review of Sebastian’s Bistro here!) The Empanada Maker Tangaroa Terrace and Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar are offering Souvenir Dole Whip Mugs! We gave you a closer look here! Dole Whip Souvenir Mug In Disneyland Park, the churro cart near Hungry Bear has received a makeover! Churro Cart Update! We love the bright colors and cute design. Churro Cart Update! We’d also like to answer this helpful friend’s question: Yes, we’re always peckish, thank you. Yes, we’re peckish, thanks for asking. And we recently reviewed the Carnival Funnel Cake at Stage Door Cafe. It’s sweet and colorful. Carnival Funnel Cake And to celebrate the opening of Toy Story 4, Golden Horseshoe has two Roundup-inspired eats: the Loop-de-Loop Sundae and the Bonnie’s Boot Float! (Click those clever names for our reviews!) Loop-de-Loop Sundae Bonnie’s Boot Float At the churro cart near Haunted Mansion, the ooey-gooey S’mores Churro is back and haunting our dreams again… in a good way! S’mores Churro S’mores Churro At Troubador Tavern in Fantasyland, guests can order up the BBQ Chicken Baked Potato. We LOVE a baked potato option, and this one is super hearty and filling! Troubador Tavern Menu BBQ Chicken Baked Potato Back on Main Street, U.S.A., Jolly Holiday Bakery has two bright Imagination Pink treats! (You know Imagination Pink, the latest color trend to hit the parks?) We reviewed the Imagination Pink Cupcake and the Imagination Pink Macaron here! Imagination Pink treats! Over in Disney California Adventure Park, pick up your Power Stone Churro in Hollywood Land. (Then click here to read our review!) Power Stone Churro Award Wieners has some funky new Lava Fries that use their awesome Filmstrip Fries as the base! We’re in for these! Read our review here! Lava Fries at Award Wieners We also spotted these fun Toy Story cake pops in confectioneries in DCA! Toy Story Cake Pops What’s New in Disneyland Resort Construction The Pixar Pals Parking Structure is just about ready to welcome the hordes for Galaxy’s Edge (see details here!), and it looks like exterior design elements are taking shape! Pixar Pals Parking Structure In fact, even though guests cannot yet currently park here, there are some aspects of the structure which are currently operational! Read more about it here! Landscaping at the Parking Structure The Grand Californian Hotel installed a lovely new gate. Yeah, we know: a lovely gate? But bear with us. New gate at Grand Californian The metal gate has an outdoorsy feel with butterflies, grasshoppers, lady bugs, and botanical elements. This is, of course, in keeping with the Resort’s craftsman style, which seeks to harmonize with nature. New gate at Grand Californian New gate at Grand Californian New gate at Grand Californian In Disney California Adventure Park, new Toy Story displays are up near the Toy Story Midway Mania ride. Lookin’ good, gang! Toy Story Display We also rode the Pixar Pal-A-Round to get a bird’s eye view of Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind. Looks like progress is steady toward the ride’s opening this month (which means it’s just a few days away now)!! Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind We even spotted cast members working the console, while its usual operators are hanging out elsewhere in the attraction! Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind Stroller parking is also delineated here. Stroller Parking at Emotional Whirlwind While on the Pal-A-Round, we took a gander at Marvel’s superhero-themed land in the distance. Not much to report, but we’ll keep looking! Superhero Land Superhero Land Superhero Land What’s New in Disneyland Resort Merchandise This may shock you, but there’s lots of new stuff to buy at Disneyland Resort. We’ll start in Downtown Disney, where Wonder Ground Gallery is selling this fun DJ R3X Funko. DJ R3X DJ R3X You’ll also find this practical and cute snack and Park icon backpack at the Gallery. Icon Backpack The Dress Shop has Dooney & Bourke Toy Story bags. Toy Story Bags Toy Story Bag In Disneyland Park, you WON’T be finding merchandise in Main Street Cinema anymore. We posted about this last week, when the Park bowed to guest outrage that merchandise was being sold in the iconic location. No more merch! Disneyland officials said the move was designed to attract more guests to the attraction, and, well, it worked… just maybe not for the reason they intended. (Or was it….?) Main Street Cinema Disney Clothiers has a load of new backpacks! These feature Mickey, Minnie, Haunted Mansion wallpaper (it’s a thing!), and more! We’re partial to the Disney Snacks Backpack, of course. Click here to read more about them! Backpacks Minnie Backpack Snacks and Mickey Backpacks Mickey Backpack Tiki Backpack At Disneyana, celebrate 60 years of the Disneyland Monorail (and more transportation adventures!) with some themed merchandise! Monorail Anniversary Merch Monorail Anniversary Merch Monorail Anniversary Merch Monorail Anniversary Merch In Disney California Adventure Park, guests can bring Toy Story friends home in balloon form now! Are you a Bo Peep and Forky or a Woody and Buzz? Toy Story Balloons Toy Story Balloons Toy Story Balloons Elias & Co. has a ton of cool merchandise! You can get your attractions- and character-themed headbands here! (See our post!) Headbands Headbands Headbands Headbands Hair ties Three Dooney & Bourke designs also grace the shelves! We love the Tinker Bell design! Tinker Bell Dooney Mickey and Minnie Dooney Aladdin Dooney Bo Peep lewks are available here, including this jumpsuit/skirt combo… Bo Peep and TS4 looks Jumpsuit Skirt …and a fluffy sheep purse to go with it. (Sure looks easier than herding sheep, doesn’t it?) Sheep Purse And naturally, there’s a headband for that. The bow is off to the side on this one. Headband But if you’re trying to avoid the… shepherdess look, there’s a retro Toy Story dress available, too! Lots of pretty details on this one. Dress Dress You’ll find another Bo Peep-inspired hat at Knick Knacks. Bo Peep Hat There’s a great little The Lion King stand near Ariel’s Undersea Adventure selling Special Edition Nala and Simba Plush. (Part of your purchase goes toward a good cause, which you can read more about here.) Special Edition Plush Special Edition Plush Fans of the films can also pick up a soft headband with lion ears. Yea or nay on this one? Headband Headband Finally, AP Corner has a bunch of exclusive stuff, including the Ocarina (wind flute) mug we shared with you here, an AP magnet, a pin, and some sheet music to go along with your new mug, if you purchase one! AP Corner Exclusive Merch Did you get your fill? Because that’s it from Disneyland Resort! Stick with DFB for lots of What’s New from Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort this week! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think about these updates? Do you look forward to food, construction, or merch? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s New at Disneyland Resort This Week! What’s New at Disneyland Resort: Construction, Merchandise, and Stroller Measuring! What’s New at Disneyland Resort! Emotional Whirlwind Construction, Donuts, Plush Toys, and MORE! View the full article

Did you know that Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa boasts the only private snorkeling lagoon on O‘ahu? At the serene saltwater lagoon, Rainbow Reef, you can take the plunge and swim up close with Hawaiian reef fish. I am excited to share that Aulani Resort has just introduced two new programs that offer up-close encounters with the dazzling marine life at Rainbow Reef, located in the Waikolohe Valley pool area. Underwater Explorers is the ideal experience if you want to try scuba diving, but are not scuba-certified.In this two-hour experience, you’ll start with a 25-minute lesson on the basics of scuba equipment, diving and safety procedures. You’ll get to practice the dive skills you’ve learned then enjoy a free swim through the crystal clear waters of Rainbow Reef. During your dive, you’ll see colorful marine life, like butterflyfish, angelfish, surgeonfish and tangs. You may even catch a glimpse of one of Aulani’s hidden Menehune (men-neh-HOO-nay). Because Rainbow Reef is a man-made lagoon, it offers a safe, high-visibility environment where you can dive without unpredictable waves or currents. Underwater Explorers is ideal for scuba beginners, ages 10 and up. Included in the experience are the use of mask, fins and a wetsuit, a complimentary flask and Rainbow Reef fish ID card to take home, and a video of your experience. Cost for the Underwater Explorers program is $189.00 per person, plus tax. The Rainbow Reef Fish Feeding Experience is a fun way for you to have an up-close interaction and learn about the many tropical fish who call the local waters home. Aulani’s animal programs biologists start with a brief introduction of the fishes in Rainbow Reef. You’ll see the differences between the many species of fish and learn what the fish eat. For example, some are herbivores, some are carnivores and some are omnivores–wow! With a better understanding of your new fish friends, you’ll have a chance to feed them while standing on the Rainbow Reef walkway, also a gorgeous photo spot. The fish feeding experience is about 15 minutes and costs $7 per person. To learn more the incredible marine life encounters available, check out Rainbow Reef at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa. Which Rainbow Reef activity would you like to try? View the full article

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is now open at Disneyland park. With the ability to join a boarding group when needed, it’s the perfect time to visit the remote planet of Batuu. We’ve pulled together a day-to-night itinerary to help you plan your trip. Let’s go! Plan ahead and reserve your spot Business has been booming at Oga’s Cantina and Savi’s Workshop, so reservations are required for entry to either experience. Reservations can be made as early as 7 a.m., the morning of your visit at Disneyland.com/Cantina, Disneyland.com/SavisWorkshop or the Disneyland app (subject to change). Be sure to check the Disneyland app or signage inside Disneyland Park to see if the digital queue is operating and whether you need to request to join a boarding group to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. More details about the new, innovative digital planning tools available to help you plan your visit can be found in the most recent “know before you go” blog story. Breakfast bites Your first stop in Black Spire Outpost should be Ronto Roasters to fuel up for the day. The large podracing engine hangs overhead, which fires the barbecue pit, while a former smelter droid carefully turns a spit of meats. This marketplace stall offers mouth-watering Ronto Wraps, including the savory Ronto Morning Wrap. It’s a delicious snack with scrambled eggs, grilled pork sausage, shredded cheese, and peppercorn sauce wrapped in pita. To market, to market After breakfast, stroll the Black Spire Outpost Marketplace to haggle with vendors from across the galaxy. Black Spire Outfitters has all the latest Batuuan styles and the Creature Stall houses some of the galaxy’s most unique (and cuddly) pets. The marketplace is yours to explore, with something new to see seemingly around every turn. Tip: Kowakian Monkey-Lizards and Porgs are among the “critters” you will find at the Creature Stall available for you to purchase and take home. Take control of the “fastest hunk of junk” If you’ve ever wished to step aboard the “fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy,” now is your chance with Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. Strap into the Falcon cockpit and take the controls as a pilot, defend as a gunner or maintain the ship’s systems as a flight engineer. It’s up to you and your fellow passengers to smuggle goods while avoiding any unnecessary entanglements. Tip: The chess-type game played on the table in the Millennium Falcon main hold and lounge is called Dejarik. Sit at this table and snap a photo with your crew before taking off! First Order or Resistance? Be on the lookout for agents of the First Order or heroes of the Resistance. Supreme Leader Kylo Ren lands at Black Spire Outpost and gathers Stormtroopers to help him hunt for Resistance fighter Rey. You may also encounter Millennium Falcon co-pilot Chewbacca or Resistance spy Vi Moradi. Astromech adventures Build and customize your own indispensable sidekick at Droid Depot. Step into this immersive workshop stocked with stacks of parts, chips and manuals. Pick pieces and parts off a conveyor belt to construct one of two core models: BB-series or R-series astromech. Tip: Droid Depot also offers prebuilt droids, housewares and apparel, all inspired by the design, engineering and building of droids. Blue or green? What does Blue Milk taste like? Head to the Milk Stand to find out! Sample Blue or Green Milk, which are delicious frozen blends with dashes of fruity accents. Galactic dining You’ll notice Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo by the transport shuttle that is sitting atop this food joint. Chef Strono “Cookie” Tuggs’ journeys from system to system allow him to fill his pantry with exotic ingredients he uses to make new and unusual dishes. Perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner, try smoked Kaadu ribs or Fried Endorian Tip-yip, followed by a Batuu-bon for dessert. Tip: Save time by using the mobile ordering feature on the Disneyland app for Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo, Ronto Roaster’s and Milk Stand. Local watering hole No trip to Batuu would be complete without a stop at Oga’s Cantina. The heartbeat of Black Spire Outpost, gather with other visitors to share tales from around the galaxy as you enjoy exotic beverages such as the spicy Bloody Rancor, the foamy Fuzzy Tauntaun or the fruity Carbon Freeze. Tip: Keep your ears open and groove along to the entertaining jams from DJ R-3X, the former droid pilot from Star Tours. Throughout your visit, be sure to have the Play Disney Parks mobile app downloaded to your mobile device.** When accessed inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the Play Disney Parks app transforms your mobile device into your very own Star Wars: Datapad. Scan the contents hidden inside containers, translate languages, and tune into communications happening throughout the land. Tip: You can also use this tool to hack into droids and door panels (what the locals call “slicing”) to unlock additional stories. What’s on your itinerary for your first visit to Batuu? *Access to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge experiences at Disneyland Resort is subject to capacity. **Message, data and roaming rates may apply. Availability subject to handset limitations, and features may vary by handset, service provider or otherwise. Coverage and app stores not available everywhere. If you’re under 18, get your parents’ permission first. View the full article

For the 8th straight year, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has awarded Disney Cruise Line a Blue Circle Award for our voluntary efforts to conserve energy and reduce emissions while the Disney Wonder is in the Port of Vancouver. During the summer when Disney Wonder is docked at the Port of Vancouver for our Alaska voyages, we’re able to turn off the engines onboard and use shore power technology to “plug in” to the port’s electrical grid. This eliminates air emissions and powers the ship’s normal operations, such as lights, A/C, etc., with energy that has already been generated from renewable sources in Vancouver like hydro power and wind power. Pretty cool, huh? The Blue Circle Awards recognize marine carriers and terminal operators that excel in environmental stewardship and participate in the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority’s EcoAction Program and Energy Action Initiative. Three of our Disney Cruise Line ships are specially designed to use shore power when it’s available at ports of call around the world. Plugging in to shore power technology is just one of many ways that Disney Cruise Line strives to minimize our impact on the environment. You may have heard that most recently we announced the elimination of plastic straws, cutlery, stirrers, shopping bags and condiment packets all in an effort to significantly reduce the amount of single-use plastic used onboard. Be sure to check out more about Disney Cruise Line environmental efforts. View the full article

When Walt Disney World’s Annual Pass saw a massive price increase of almost 20% recently, we heard from readers and followers who were, understandably, upset. But where there’s a Disney Parks problem, we’re digging up solutions. And this one could save you over $260 on the purchase of your Annual Pass! Cinderella Castle Sam’s Club members can now purchase a Platinum Annual Pass or a Platinum Plus Annual Pass for a deep discount. Whereas the price directly from Disney is well over $1100 for an adult Platinum Pass… Walt Disney World Annual Pass Pricing …Sam’s Club has Platinum Passes available for just $865.99 — a savings of over $269, per the Sam’s Club website! Sam’s Club Platinum Pass Pricing The savings is the same on the Platinum Plus Pass, where the Sam’s price is $965.99. Sam’s Club Annual Pass Pricing Our calculations worked out to even more than that, but whether you save $269 or $332, it’s a huge savings. To access this offer, you must be a Sam’s Club member, the cost for which is $45 per year. But if you’re a member (or become one), you can click here to see the Sam’s Club offer, and get ready to calculate some savings! What’s your favorite way to score deals for your Disney Parks vacations? Related posts: Here’s How To SAVE BIG On The Latest Danielle-Nicole Disney Bag — And Enter To WIN Your Own!! NEW!! FOMOsa Debuts in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! What’s New in Disney Springs: Toy Story Treat Overload, Sake Slush, Seatbelt Bags, and MORE! View the full article

We’re BACK at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland because TODAY IS THE DAY we have all been waiting for: the first day for regular guest admission into the land. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Since the opening of Galaxy’s Edge on May 31, 2019, guests have only been able to enter if they had a reservation, which they could obtain by staying at a Disney resort or by getting one of the few offered online. But now, anyone can get into Galaxy’s Edge (here’s how to get into Galaxy’s Edge now that the reservation period is closed)…and the land is experiencing some growing pains! Of course, this morning we headed to the park bright and early to experience the land again and to check out the crowds and the crazy. Let’s go! Entering Black Spire Outpost As of today, guests are able to enter Black Spire Outpost without a reservation as long as the land isn’t at capacity. Once it’s at capacity (which it hit earlier this morning), you’ll need to get a boarding pass through the Disneyland app in order to enter Batuu. This is basically a virtual queue system (e.g. a fastpass to get into the land itself to avoid hours-long lines clogging up the rest of Disneyland) which allows guests to hold their spot in line and enjoy other Disneyland attractions while they wait to get into Galaxy’s Edge. At the moment, Galaxy’s Edge is at capacity for today, so the virtual queue system is the only way to get in at press time. Once guests get the confirmation that they’re boarding group can enter, they have two hours to get into Galaxy’s Edge…and they can stay as long as they’d like. Galaxy’s Edge Marketplace Oga’s Cantina and Savi’s Workshop Reservation Situation So you won’t necessarily need a reservation to get INTO the land anymore, but you WILL need reservations to get into some of the land’s most popular attractions, like Oga’s Cantina and Savi’s Workshop (Lightsaber Land). Oga’s Cantina Oga’s Cantina is the local watering hole in Black Spire Outpost. Here, guests can enjoy fun themed concoctions which are served on tap. They can also listen to DJ R3X as he mixes up a few tunes! You can view our full Oga’s Cantina review here! Savi’s Workshop is the IT place when it comes to creating your very own lightsaber. Sadly, you cannot go inside to check it out unless you are purchasing a lightsaber or are accompanying someone who is (payment is completed in advance). You can read about our Savi’s Workshop lightsaber building experience here! And here’s where the growing pains come in. At 7 AM when we were patiently waiting to enter the land, we started to pursue a reservation for Oga’s Cantina and Savi’s Workshop. Within minutes all of the reservations were gone for the ENTIRE DAY. This could have been an opening day glitch or a wifi issue…we aren’t too sure! Oga’s Cantina Reservations BUT even though we weren’t able to see any openings early this morning…by 8 AM we had the ability to get a reservation for both locations, and pretty easily. That said, by about 8:45AM reservations were again sold out for the two prime attractions. But — just as with fastpasses and prime dining reservations in Disney World, cancellations and changes happen all the time. So, if you find yourself in the sticky situation of not finding a Savi’s or Oga’s reservation, keep refreshing! Times may open up! Oga’s Cantina Reservations Merchandise Information…TONS of Options Are Sold Out Disneyland was nice enough to let guests in a little early this morning. But once we got inside Galaxy’s Edge, we noticed that Disney was going to have a major problem on their hands. Tons of popular merchandise was already sold out before the official 8 AM land opening. Remember those MUST GET gift cards we told you about? Welp, they’re GONE. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Gift Card Those awesome kyber crystals that power your light saber and holocrons? Sold out, too. Kyber Crystals So, if everything is sold out on the very first day, what will tomorrow look like when it comes to merchandise for guests? Will Disneyland be able to keep up with demand? Not yet. After chatting with a few Cast Members, Disney is reporting that they do not know when the merchandise will be restocked. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run The wait time for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run is already pretty high! Like 240 minutes high. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run So, yeah, it’s safe to say that Galaxy’s Edge is busy…and straining under the weight of it. We will be updating this page with the latest info from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — including our experience getting into Oga’s Cantina — so be sure to check back for more information! Related posts: Virtual Queue and Reservations Details for Visiting Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland Starting June 24th! DJ R3X Funko Pop! Available NOW in Disneyland! Disneyland Confirms No Alcohol To Be Brought Outside of Oga’s Cantina in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge View the full article

We’ve been waiting quite a while for Disneyland’s Pixar Pals parking structure to open, and it has finally begun to do just that! Albeit, in phases (sounds a little bit like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, doesn’t it?)… Pixar Pals Parking Structure The parking areas are not yet open to guests, but the security screening area and tram stops are operational! Guests visiting Disneyland will still need to park at the Mickey & Friends parking garage for the time being, but they will be led to the Pixar Pals garage area for security screenings. Pixar Pals Parking Structure Pixar Pals Parking Structure The Disneyland trams are also available to pick up and drop off guests at this location. Pixar Pals Parking Structure Now that we’ve covered the logistics, can we just take a moment to appreciate the super cute signs?! We love being able to spot our favorite characters like Bing Bong, Sully, and Lightning McQueen! Clearly, Pixar Pals is the perfect name. Pixar Pals Parking Structure Pixar Pals Parking Structure Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more updates on the Pixar Pals parking structure! We expect the garage will be fully operational soon. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you looking forward to using the Pixar Pals parking structure? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s New at Disneyland Resort This Week! PHOTO TOUR of Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! Bright Suns! Full BREAKFAST Review at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! View the full article

Summer has officially arrived and for many this will include a vacation to the Walt Disney World Resort. Yes, summer means warmer temperatures, but members of the Disney Parks Moms Panel are here to offer up some of their best tips for making the most of a summer vacation at the Most Magical Place on Earth. “The key to having a great day at the parks on a summer day is staying hydrated!” exclaims Eean. “I always place an order with an online grocery delivery service and have cases of bottled water and sports drinks delivered to our Walt Disney World Resort hotel. Every morning before heading out, we load up our drawstring backpacks.” Mid-afternoon breaks are also highly recommended by several of our panelists, including Ashley P. “We head back to our Disney Resort hotel shortly after lunch for some much-needed rest and relaxation. A dip in the pool is a must-do for my kids. With unique water slides and water play areas, the pools at Disney Resort hotels are perfect for families traveling with kids of all ages. After a swim, we all enjoy a nap in our air-conditioned hotel room (even mom and dad). Once everyone is well-rested, we go back to the theme parks for more pixie-dusted adventures!” And speaking of water, Water Parks are another must-do if you are planning a summertime Walt Disney World vacation. “I can’t say this enough,” says Lynne C. “I think the Water Parks are the hidden gems of the Walt Disney World Resort. If we’re visiting during the hot summer months, we’ll always try to spend at least a day (or more!) splashing away at either Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, my pick for kids who are older or more experienced swimmers, or at Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park, which I prefer for little ones and kids who aren’t very strong swimmers.” Jackie H. is also a fan of the Water Parks and has been known to make an eight-hour drive just to splish-splash at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park. For those committed to a full day in the parks, Crystal has the perfect solution for beating the heat in the middle of the day. “I like to plan a table service restaurant for lunch on each of our theme park days. This is the perfect way to enjoy a fantastic meal and some air conditioning during the hottest part of the day,” she explains. “Everyone in the family can cool off, get off their feet and fill their bellies, so we are refreshed and ready for more magic in the theme park! Plus, if you visit a Character Dining meal for lunch, you can even meet some of the Disney Characters on your ‘must-do’ list while you eat.” For more great tips on preparing for your next visit to the Walt Disney World Resort, 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’s “good morning” shot was snapped at Adventure Isle at Disneyland Park in Paris. Here at Skull Rock, guests can explore suspension bridges, caves and, on the south side of the Isle, a moored Pirate Galleon. Looks like the perfect day for an adventure! View the full article

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Helloooooo from Epcot! Even though it’s just been a few days since our previous visit (we are EVERYWHERE), we still found new treats, new construction, and new merchandise on our most recent stop! If you can say one thing about Disney, it’s that they always keep things fun and interesting — never a dull moment! Welcome to Epcot! Let’s get started with our trip around the park! What’s New in Epcot’s Future World Right off the bat, we noticed something before we even entered the park! Parking Lot Construction As we’ve previously reported, the Main Entrance of Epcot is undergoing a huge transformation — including the tram lane! We snapped these photos from the SKY (aka the Monorail), and were able to get a good look at what’s going on! Parking Lot Construction As we headed into the park, we noted while the right side Leave a Legacy Monoliths are gone… Epcot Entrance …nothing has changed about the Left Side just yet. We predict we will see construction walls again soon as all of the monoliths are being moved to a location just outside of the park’s gateway! Epcot Entrance You can check out more photos of the Main Entrance Transformation here! Per usual, we had to check out the Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster construction, and snap some updated photos. Guardians of the Galaxy Construction Guardians of the Galaxy Construction Guardians of the Galaxy Construction The Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster is slated to open in 2021, in time for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration and WE. CAN. NOT. WAIT. We also scoped out the unnamed (for now) Space Restaurant near Mission: SPACE. Mission Space Restaurant Construction The restaurant is slated to open later this year, so they’ve still got a long way to go! Speaking of restaurant work, remember how Garden Grill looked like this? Foliage Outside Garden Grill Well, now it looks like THIS! Garden Grill We assume the trees were blocking some light maintenance work, and does’t she look purty all spruced up!? Rounding out the Future World construction, we noticed walls have gone up at the Splash Zone near Mission: SPACE. Future World Splash Zone Construction Sorry kids, no water play time for now! We aren’t sure how long the Splash Zone will be closed (hopefully not too long in these summer temps), but we will keep you posted as always! Future World Splash Zone Construction What’s New in Epcot’s World Showcase The first thing we noticed on our lap around the World is that part of the scaffolding in Mexico is gone at last! La Cantina de San Angel Previously at La Cantina de San Angel, the scaffolding continued along these waterfront columns. La Cantina de San Angel From what we can tell, it looks like it was a paint job to spruce up our favorite waterside spot to grab some nachos in World Showcase, and we look forward to getting the full waterside views back once the rest of the scaffolding is taken down. Inside the pyramid, we spotted these super cute Sugar Skull Candy tins! Mexico Sugar Skull Candy Tins Mexico Sugar Skull Candy Tin We also spotted Super Rebanaditas Lollipops, which are an authentic Mexican treat! Super Rebanaditas Lollipops They are watermelon flavored — WITH CHILI! Ay caramba! Super Rebanaditas Lollipops Nearby in La Cava del Tequila we spotted a new drink called the Apple Tentation, which is made with Mezcal and Green apple juice. La Cava del Tequila Continuing our stroll, we saw some exciting new items at the Refreshment Outpost! Refreshment Outpost Menu The Nigerian Meat Pie, No Worries Panna Cotta, and Savannah Smoothie are new additions, inspired by The Lion King! Refreshment Outpost New Menu Items! We took a lot of photos, and did a full review of the new items which you can read right here!! Meanwhile in Italy, we noticed the cutest Ciao Bella and Molto Bene collection! Ciao Bella and Molto Bene Line We’ve seen the shirts before, but we haven’t spotted the adorable plates and drinkware until now! Ciao Bella and Molto Bene Collection Ciao Bella and Molto Bene Collection Ciao Bella and Molto Bene Collection In Japan, we noticed some updates in the construction of the upcoming signature restaurant Takumi-Tei! Takumi-Tei Construction Takumi-Tei Construction Takumi-Tei Construction Most notably, a menu board has been installed… but it’s still blank, so stay tuned to DFB for when the full menu is revealed! In France, we noticed walls and scaffolding have gone up around the center of the pavilion. France Pavilion Construction France Pavilion Construction Of course, we also had to check out the rest of the French Pavilion construction. France Pavilion Construction I for one, cannot WAIT for the new Crêperie! Next door in the United Kingdom, we found a fun new way to cool off in the Florida heat. Pimm’s Frozen Lemonade The new Pimm’s Frozen Lemonade is made with gin, so this one is for the big kids. You can read our full review here! And lastly on our stroll, we saw a little bit of scaffolding up in the Canada pavilion on the rock wall near Le Cellier. Canada Scaffolding We assume it’s just a touch up, but we will keep you posted if it gets more exciting. What’s New in Epcot’s Shops and Stores – New Merch! Not shocking to anyone, France had some great shopping in our last visit!! Ratatouille Chef Jacket For instance, take this too-cute Ratatouille Chef jacket we found in the wine shop! You can see more items from this collection in this post. Remy also popped up on a few t-shirts in the shop near Les Halles. Remy Paris Shirt – Kids ($19.99) Remy Paris Shirt ($34.99) Isn’t he just the cutest rat you’ve ever seen!? In the same shop, we also found this precious Eiffel Tower purse featuring our favorite mice. ($44.99) Mickey and Minnie Eiffel Tower Purse Mickey and Minnie Eiffel Tower Purse Mickey and Minnie Eiffel Tower Purse Très chic! France wasn’t done with the winners yet — we LOVE these striped tops that just exude French style. French Striped Shirt French Striped Shirt Both colors boast the Eiffel Tower in red and are $34.99. Lastly, we noticed some items themed after the new Riviera Resort, which is opening later this year! French Riviera Tote Cote d’ Azur Bag Both designs are $79.99 and so fun! Next door in the U.K., we noticed a fun Tea Towel celebrating the Royal Baby Archie, with a “Congratulations, Harry and Meghan” sentiment. Royal Baby Tea Towel We also spotted some Rocket Man T-shirts in celebration of the new Elton John movie. ($29.99) Rocketman Shirts Over in Future World, we found this updated version of the Ariel Bubble Wand. And IT. SINGS. Ariel Bubble Wand ($24.99) Ariel Bubble Wand ($24.99) We found it at a cart, and predict we will see it globally soon! Also at an outdoor cart, we found these fun Star Wars pin sets. Star Wars Pin Sets Each comes with different designs, and are $24.99 for the pack of four. Speaking of Star Wars (which we’ve been doing quite a bit!), we found these new-to-us shirts in MouseGear. A New Hope T Shirt ($34.99) Millennium Falcon Sweatshirt ($39.99) Also in MouseGear, were these fun kids’ t-shirts! Pascal Kid’s Shirt Beast Kid’s T-shirt The new Beast and Pascal designs are $19.99 each. We noticed this cute Mickey and Minnie phone case as well. Mickey and Minnie Phone Case ($24.99) There’s also a cute little sign letting you know where you can find the D-tech phone cases in Disney Springs, as well as what phones they have designs for. D-Tech Sign Did you think Rose Gold was over? No way! We found a precious Rose Gold Ears necklace. Rose Gold Necklace ($19.99) And last but CERTAINLY not least : the FORKY MAGIC BAND!! Forky Magic Band Forky Magic Band This limited edition band is $34.99, and is also available online at ShopDisney. So there you have it! A whole bunch of fun from our most recent trip to Epcot! What do you think of the Epcot changes? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s New in Epcot: Festival Booths, Topiaries, Construction, Mickey Pretzels, and more! Our Favorite Epcot Festival of the Holidays Merchandise — Including a Limited Release Pin! What’s New in Epcot: Menu Changes, Construction Updates, New Merchandise, Paper Straws, and Flower and Garden Fest Prep! View the full article

“Welcome aboard the Walt Disney World Monorail — your highway in the sky!” Monorail in the Contemporary It’s time for a trip around the Monorail Resorts today as we visit Disney’s Contemporary, Polynesian Village, and Grand Floridian Resorts! So, “Please stand clear of the doors…” Hop on board! … and join us as we check out What’s New at the Monorail Resorts! Disney’s Contemporary Resort We’re starting at the Contemporary Resort! Toy Story 4 Monorail in Contemporary Resort You may not know that Disney’s Contemporary Resort has its own dedicated Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea location: Contemporary Grounds. Contemporary Grounds More recent additions to the bakery case here include a giant (seriously, Joffrey’s donuts are huge) Coconut Donut and a Cronut! Contemporary Grounds case And while this is not new, it never hurts to offer a reminder that you can get MICKEY on your coffee at this location, as it’s one of the few which feature latte character art! Mickey Latte Art! Dining at the California Grill soon? California Grill Napkin Then you may want to know that Alaskan Halibut has replaced the Black Grouper entrée, and Surf and Turf replaced the Butter-poached Lobster Tail & Jumbo Sea Scallop entrée. California Grill Menu Newer additions also include the Ramp Tagliatelle and 21-Day Dry Aged Prime Kansas City Strip Steak. (Note that the Tonkatsu Ramen & Grilled Colorado Bison Loin have been removed.) Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Aloha from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Monorail at the Polynesian Don’t be alarmed if you visit Tambu Lounge in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort only to find that the famous Lapu Lapu is no longer featured on the inside cover of the menu. Tambu Lounge The beloved offering has simply been moved to the second page. Lapu Lapu — safe and sound! At Kona Café, a small adjustment has been made to the Appetizers at this Table Service restaurant. Kona Cafe sign The Pickled Salad has been removed. Kona Café Menu Kona Café Menu And at the neighboring Kona Island, we noticed that the Rainbow Roll was unavailable in the grab ‘n go options. BUT, they may have simply been out of supply for a time. Kona Grab ‘n Go Sushi Either way, it’s good to know that items may vary here. Downstairs (and outside!) at the Pineapple Lanai, there is a new design for the menu, which lists the Te Fiti Lime Dole Whip cone as a regular addition now (as opposed to its temporary-sign status before)! Pineapple Lanai Also, here’s a fun blast from the past… the Tiki Bowl and Sipper have returned! These were available when Pineapple Lanai opened way back in 2014! Tiki Sipper Tiki Bowl (Yep, this dedicated Dole Whip spot will be 5 years old on August 30th!) Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa And our last stop is Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa! Next Stop: Disney’s Grand Floridian! Our visit revealed a few menu changes. Citricos The updated seasonal menu at Citricos shows that Charred Octopus replaced the Tuna Tare Tare; Spring Pea Soup replaced the Mushroom Soup; Roasted Beet Salad replaced the Heirloom Vegetable Salad; and a Scallop Risotto has replaced the Lobster Risotto. Citricos Menu At the Grand Floridian Café, a Reuben has taken the place of the Fried Chicken entrée on the Brunch menu. Grand Floridian Cafe Entrance But that’s not the end of the Café’s scrumptious Fried Chicken! Grand Floridian Cafe Chicken and Waffles As we shared previously, the Buttermilk-Fried Chicken and Waffles hack has been honored as an official item on the Brunch menu! Brunch Menu at Grand Floridian Cafe Finally, at the counter service Gasparilla Island Grill, the Kids’ Roast Beef Sandwich has changed from an Open Faced Sandwich (previously served on a potato chive roll) to a Roast Beef and Cheddar on a Pretzel Roll. Gasparilla Island Grill Gasparilla Island Grill Kids’ Menu And that’s a wrap! Now, “Ladies and gentlemen, please collect your belongings, watch your head and step as you exit, and take small children by the hand. Thank you” for traveling with us today to Disney World’s Monorail Resorts! Check out all the places you can visit on a Disney World Monorail Crawl in our DFB YouTube Video!  What’s your favorite stop on the Monorail? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s New at Disney World’s Monorail Resorts! What’s New at Disney’s Magic Kingdom Resorts and All-Star Sports Resort: July 15, 2018 The Most Popular Disney World Restaurants (and Alternatives When They’re Full) View the full article

Ahhh, the infamous Beverly soda. You know the one — it’s the bitter soda from Italy that’s located in Club Cool in Epcot’s Future World at Walt Disney World. The one you trick your friends into drinking as you photograph their reactions for posterity. Yeah, that Beverly. Club Cool Flavors in Epcot Beverly used to be found only in Epcot’s Future World, but when the Coca-Cola Store Orlando opened in Disney Springs a few years ago, they brought the Beverly with them. (They also brought just about every other international and domestic Coke product, too!) Coca-Cola Store Orlando The Coca-Cola Store is three stories tall and filled with a polar bear mascot meet-and-greet, a rooftop bar, and more Coke-branded merchandise than you’d ever thought possible. Coca-cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar Area The rooftop bar is a cool space with views for days and a ton of international sodas, Coke floats, and adult beverages. One of these adult beverages is the ominously-named Beverly’s Revenge. We shared the controversial news of this cocktail’s arrival back in 2017 when it was comprised of Hendrick’s Gin, Solerno Blood Orange Liqueur, and Mint (see our review here!). Beverly’s Revenge (Old Version) Spoiler alert (or not): it was…not our favorite. But on a recent trip to Disney Springs, we noticed something different: Beverly’s Revenge is now made with Hendrick’s Gin, Blackberry Liqueur, Cherry Syrup, Mint, and Orange Slices. Would this updated cocktail with the addition of more berry and cherry flavor help rescue our least favorite soda from certain rejection? Beverly’s Revenge Short answer: YES! At first glance, Beverly’s Revenge is a much more appealing color — pink rather than brownish orange. The cherry syrup really comes through in the color. And since we eat (er, drink) with our eyes first, the cocktail is already off to a better start! Beverly’s Revenge And taste-wise: call me crazy but I enjoyed it! My first sip was overwhelmingly Beverly-filled which, blech. But after I mixed the Beverly up with the gin, sweet blackberry liqueur, and sweet cherry syrup, the bitterness of the Beverly acted somewhat like tonic, and the flavors reminded me of a fruity gin & tonic. Is it the best cocktail I’ve ever had? No, but I didn’t hate it, and I’d even drink it again. And for a drink made with Beverly, that is a HUGE compliment. Are you anti- or pro-Beverly? Let us know which side of the cup you land on in the comments! Related posts: New Cocktails at House of Blues in Disney Springs! Review: Poison Apple Glow Cube Drinks at Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs! 25 Can’t-Miss Experiences to Celebrate the Holidays at Walt Disney World This Year! View the full article

Hey Howdy Hey from Disney Springs! Why the Hey Howdy Hey? Well after our most recent visit, it seems as though Disney Springs is the place to be for Toy Story treats! Let’s dive in shall we? To the treats…and beyond!! AMC Toy Story 4 Photo Wall What’s New in Disney Springs’ Eats Let’s KICK (pun intended) things off with the cutest little souvenir cup I ever did see… Souvenir Toy Story 4 Boot Cup …the Toy Story 4 Souvenir Boot Cup!! You can get this must-have filled with Dole Whip (or swirl) at Marketplace Snacks, near World of Disney. They are “while supplies last” so run, don’t mosey, on over there to get one! You can read see more photos (including who’s name is on the bottom) here! Goofy’s Candy Company Nearby at Goofy’s Candy Company, more Toy Story fun was waiting for us! Toy Story Cake Pops We spotted Buzz and Woody Cake Pops, as well as Toy Story inspired caramel apples! (You can check out more photos here!) Alien Caramel Apple We have since gotten word that the Cake Pops can also be found at the Main Street Confectionery in Magic Kingdom and across the country at Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff in Disney California Adventure. Also getting in on the Toy Story 4 fun is Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company! Round Em Up Latte The Round ’em Up Latte, which we’ve spotted in Disney’s Hollywood Studios previously, landed at Springs this weekend! This babe features cookie butter, sprinkles, and REAL ANIMAL CRACKERS. Amorette’s Patisserie Earlier this week we let you know about a Forky Petit Cake coming to Amorette’s Patisserie. Forky Petit Cake We’ve seen him IRL now and he is just the cutest! Toy Story 4 Petit Sign Forky is made with chocolate chiffon cake and brownie, and is layered with chocolate chip diplomat cream. YUM! We don’t know how long he will hang around Amorette’s so we suggest getting there sooner rather than later if you want to snag him! Also at Amorette’s we spotted a NEW Forky Eclair! (Wow. He’s a popular guy!) Forky Eclair This treat is made with peanut butter cream cheese mousse and marshmallow cream. Love the fluffernutter vibes! Forky Eclair Sign Amorette’s isn’t the first place we’ve seen a Forky themed eclair around Walt Disney World — you can read our review of the Forky’s Hazelnut Eclair in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Forky’s Hazelnut Eclair That’s all the Toy Story 4 stuff we have for now…phew! Have you seen the movie yet? We loved it — check out our (spoiler free) Toy Story 4 review here! First up in the “non Toy Story” category, this yummy-looking cupcake from Sprinkles Cupcakes! Pineapple Upside Cupcake The limited edition Pineapple Upside Cupcake has returned! But hurry — it’s only available until June 30. We also tried out the new Violet Sake Slushie at YeSake! Violet Sake Slushie This beautiful drink is available as part of the “Flavors of Florida” event happening NOW at Disney Springs! You can read our full review of the Violet Sake Slushy here! What’s New in Disney Springs’ Merch Ever After was the place to go, as they had lots of the new Disney collections we’ve been into recently! Pandora Villain Charms They had a whole host of new Pandora charms — from villains and Lion King to Up! and classic friends! Previously we’d seen these trinkets at Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom, but it’s great to know you can get them without a park ticket! Ever After also had the adorable Harvey’s Toy Story collection (did you think we’d seen the last of Woody and Buzz?!) that we previously spotted in Hollywood Studios. Harvey’s Toy Story Collection Well, that’s a wrap! What did you think — see any must haves? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Let us know what you’ll be snagging in the comments! Related posts: Design Your Own Bake Box at Sprinkles Cupcakes! It Might Be a “small world,” but We’ve Got BIG Merchandise News from Disney Springs and Epcot! It’s BACK: the Magical Sundae Returns to Ghirardelli in Disney Springs! View the full article

Calling all Resistance Pilots and First Order Captains: we spotted some out-of-this-galaxy phone cases in Disneyland that you NEED! The Star Trader The Star Trader in Disneyland Park is always chock-full of Star Wars goodies, and this is no exception! Let’s start with these awesome Black Spire Outpost specific cases: Black Spire Outpost “Rock” Case 1 The first series we saw are all similar — though the rock pattern is different on each one. There are several different designs — which one is your favorite? Black Spire Outpost “Rock” Case 2 This one kind of reminds me of the entrance tunnel near Savi’s Workshop! Black Spire Outpost “Rock” Case 3 Black Spire Outpost “Rock” Case 4 No matter which design you choose, the back looks like this on all of these options, and the cases will cost you $34.99. Black Spire Outpost “Rock” Case Back We also saw this cool Black Spire Outpost “Skyline” Design. I love the reds and browns in the illustration! Black Spire Outpost Phone Case This one retails for $29.99. Black Spire Outpost Phone Case Lastly, in the Black Spire Outpost Specific set, is this super cool one with fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy! Black Spire Outpost Millennium Falcon Case This blue Millennium Falcon design costs $29.99 as well. Black Spire Outpost Millennium Falcon Case We also spotted some galactic Star Wars designs that don’t say Black Spire Outpost specifically… Droid Phone Case …like this R2D2 case with a nod to the Droid Depot! This one is $29.99. There’s also a Storm Trooper case with the 3-D effect, which means part of the design is raised and textured. Storm Trooper Phone Case You can find a Jedi 3-D case too, in case you’re more of a light-side soldier. Both the Storm Trooper and Jedi cases are $34.99. Jedi Phone Case How do YOU choose?! Star Trader Phone Cases Make sure to stay up to date with all the latest Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge news here! What a fun way to protect your phone from cracks, drops, and X-wing attacks! Will you be grabbing one? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: News: Captain Phasma Stein Debuts in Disneyland! How Do The 10 Biggest Disney News Stories This Year Affect Your Disney Trips in 2019? Find Out! Exclusive Chocolate Specialty Beer at Disneyland’s Ballast Point! View the full article

We’re at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to bring you What’s New from this park-in-progress! It’s not a very busy stroll, but it’s got character(s)! Let’s go! Chinese Theater What’s New in Hollywood Studios’ Food and Restaurant Updates Remember just a few days ago when Oasis Canteen was serving up loaded funnel cakes and cold beer? Well, today this snack stand has a new name: Epic Eats! Yup — just like that, it’s rebranded! Epic Eats We gave you the scoop on the name-change in this post (click to read it). Epic Eats Fortunately, the menu has remained the same: epic funnel cakes loaded with so much sweet stuff, you’ll need a sidekick to finish them! Note that these are easily some of the best uses of a Disney Dining Plan snack credit when it comes to value for your dollar! Click here to see why the Cookies ‘n’ Cream Funnel Cake is so spectacular! Epic Eats Menu Hollywood and Vine is now hosting Minnie’s Summertime Dine! This character buffet features a seasonal party hosted by Minnie Mouse. And now that it’s officially summer, Minnie’s celebrating the season! Minnie’s Summertime Dine At various locations around the park, we spotted some new-to-us packaging and portion of Mickey Shortbreads. The Shortbread Bus Tin is still available (click here to see it!), as are all the other sizes of Mickey Shortbread packs. Mickey Shortbread Packaging Mickey Shortbread Packaging Pricing for the new package isn’t on the signage, but a cast member told us it’s $9.99. Mickey Shortbread Pricing What’s New in Hollywood Studios’ Construction Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens at Hollywood Studios on August 29, and we’re still trying to take a peek at the land from elsewhere in the Park. This is all we can see from Toy Story Land, but we’re pretty sure the domed structure on the right is the entrance to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. Galaxy’s Edge from Toy Story Land Click here to read all about Smugglers Run in Disneyland’s Galaxy’s Edge. Galaxy’s Edge Construction What’s New in Hollywood Studios’ Character Meet and Greets Toy Story 4 opened this week, and unsurprisingly Toy Story Land has lots to celebrate! Jessie is currently meeting by Alien Swirling Saucers while Bo Peep (in her sweet new pantaloons) meets with Woody in his location. Jessie is meeting by Alien Swirling Saucers! Jessie is meeting by Alien Swirling Saucers! She’s lasso-ing hugs and kickin’ up her heels with excitement to meet everyone! Jessie is meeting by Alien Swirling Saucers! And the new film’s breakout star, Forky, is hanging out in Toy Story Land, too! He’s behind some fencing, so he’s more of a photo opp than a meet. Forky Photo Opp Forky Photo Opp But we’re loving the larger-than-life details. Forky Photo Opp Forky Photo Opp Finally, it’s not a character meet and greet, but there’s a fun new Toy Story tee available at Beverly Sunset Boutique ($34.99). Buzz and Woody Shirt And that’s that! Thanks for strolling with us! Stay tuned as we bring you TONS more What’s New this week! Are you pumped for Toy Story 4? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: LOADS of New Merchandise PLUS a Peek at Construction! Will Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Impact The Epcot Food And Wine Festival? What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! New Merch, Chinese Theater Updates, and More! View the full article

This week, we celebrated the opening of Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” at Disney Parks with a series of stories, including a special look at some must-do’s when you visit Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and “shrink” to the size of a toy to explore the world of Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and friends. Among the posts, we also shared a look at our recent “Toy Story 4” event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios that included a big surprise – as well as new video featuring the stars and filmmakers during their visit to the park. We also launched a new episode of our ongoing “Know Before You Go” series created just for Disney Parks Blog readers! The latest episode takes a look at planning your visit to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort beginning June 24 – when reservations are no longer required. Visit Michael’s original Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge post for great tips to help you plan your visit to the far-flung destination of Batuu! 10 Entertaining Experiences at Disney California Adventure Park this Summer – The Disneyland Resort is filled with plenty of fun this summer. If you’re headed to Disney California Adventure park, check out our 10 not-to-miss experiences. ‘Toy Story 4’ Filmmakers Share Inspiration for the Film and Love of Toy Story Land – Recently, Inside Disney Parks Host, Mark Daniel, sat down with director of “Toy Story 4” Josh Cooley and producer Jonas Rivera at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to get the inside scoop on the inspiration for the new film and their impressions of Toy Story Land. First Look: Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind at Disney California Adventure Park – As Disney California Adventure park prepares to welcome Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind to Pixar Pier, we’re excited to share a first look at this family-friendly attraction! #DisneyFamilia: Refreshing Postres and Beverages with a Latin Twist – From sorbets to dessert shots and popsicles, these summer options are a complete fiesta! Take a look at this quick and refreshing guide to help you stay cool no matter where you are at Walt Disney World Resort. Disney Minnie Van Service Celebrates Milestone; New Enhancements Coming as Lyft Becomes Official Rideshare at Disney Parks – Our popular Minnie Van transportation service at the Walt Disney World Resort is celebrating a major milestone – 1 MILLION GUESTS MAGICALLY TRANSPORTED! A Twisted Time for Young Adults at Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at Disney California Adventure Park – This Halloween season, join your friends for a frightful fun time at the new Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at Disney California Adventure park. Big kids, little kids (and kids at heart!) will be treated to exclusive new experiences and entertainment, including the debut of “World of Color” nighttime spectacular – “Villainous!” View the full article

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Oel ngati kameie from Pandora in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! (That’s a local greeting. ) Today we have a NEW (well…kinda) cocktail for you from the Valley of Mo’ara! Mo’ara Margarita Re-introducing the Mo’ara Margarita! But what do we mean by reintroducing? Let us explain… Pongu Pongu When Pandora – the World of Avatar first opened, the local snack stand was (and still is) Pongu Pongu. It’s a great spot to grab a Pandora exclusive beer or snack — like the Pongu Lumpia, which is still one of our favorites. Pongu Lumpia But when Pongu Pongu first debuted, the Mo’ara Margarita was made with Sauza Conmemorativo Anejo Tequila, strawberry and blood orange flavors, and topped with Strawberry Boba Balls. Mo’ara Margarita It was good — we didn’t have any real complaints other than it wasn’t anything super unique flavor-wise, and the tequila didn’t really shine through. It basically just tasted like a frozen Strawberry margarita, not that that’s a bad thing. But on our most recent trip to Pandora, we realized something was a little different… Pongu Pongu Mo’ara Menu Update …the Mo’ara Margarita is now BLUE! (Has Merryweather been here?) Of course we had to try it! NEW Mo’ara Margarita The frozen drink is now made with Sauza Conmemorativo Anejo Tequila and Blue Curaçao with lime juice, and topped with Passion Fruit Boba Balls. Passion Fruit Boba Balls The same way the previous version basically tasted like a frozen Strawberry Margarita, this tastes basically just like a traditional frozen Lime Margarita. The Blue Curaçao helps the Tequila shine through, so this one does taste a little more alcoholic than its predecessor. Still, it’s not super strong by any means. The Passion Fruit Boba Balls are clearly passion fruit — you’ll taste it when they POP in your mouth. Mo’ara Margarita So which one is better? Honestly it depends on which flavor of margarita you like! If you prefer Strawberry margs, you may miss the original recipe. But if you lean towards Lime, then this is the one for you! We give the nod to the updated version because the alcohol shines through slightly more, and honestly — look how pretty it is!! If you’re looking for a cool, refreshing, Instgrammable drink in Pandora, then this certainly fits the bill! Want more Animal Kingdom Eats? Check out our video of 20 Animal Kingdom Exclusive Snacks!! Will you be grabbing a new BLUE Mo’ara Margarita in Pandora? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: One Year In, These Are The Best Snacks in Disney World’s Pandora, The World of Avatar! News: Tiffins Prix Fixe Menus! Plus: Review of Two New Eats in Pandora! What’s New at Animal Kingdom (Satu’li Menu Updates!) and the All-Star Resorts?? View the full article

If you’re celebrating Independence Day 2019 in Walt Disney World, you’ll want to know about all of the red, white, and blue happenings in the parks! Red, White, and Blue Mickey Krispy Treat Magic Kingdom and Epcot will both be presenting patriotic fireworks displays and more. And guess what? Even if you aren’t going to be in Disney World, there is still a way to enjoy the All-American fun… Magic Kingdom The Fourth of July is so nice, they celebrate it twice in Magic Kingdom! As in years past, guests will be able to enjoy “Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky” fireworks spectacular set to patriotic songs on both July 3rd and 4th at 9:15 PM. And Disney fans at home can enjoy a live stream of the show on Disney Parks Blog on July 4th! Fireworks!!! Additional fun for guests in the park will include a Hoedown Throwdown complete with a DJ in Frontierland, and a Galactic Gathering in Tomorrowland. Happy Independence Day! And, though it can be seen year ’round, Independence Day is the perfect day to stop by Liberty Square to see Muppet friends like Miss Piggy, Kermit, Fozzie Bear and more reenact historic moments in “The Muppets Present … Great Moments in History” presented several times throughout the day! The Muppets Present… Great Moments in American History (Check your My Disney Experience app or the Times Guide for showtimes.) Magic Kingdom park hours will be: July 3, 8 a.m.-12 a.m.; July 4, 8 a.m.-1 a.m. Epcot IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth will feature a patriotic Fourth of July grand finale. “The Heartbeat of Freedom” fireworks will begin immediately following the 9 p.m. showing of IllumiNations. IllumiNations (Don’t forget, IllumiNations ends its run on September 30, 2019, so this will be the final Fourth of July when you can catch it.) Voices of Liberty will perform American songs at a Fourth of July concert at the America Gardens Theatre stage at 5:30, 6:45 and 8 PM. And at 2:00 and 3:00 PM, Voices of Liberty will perform in the rotunda inside The American Adventure pavilion. Fourth of July decorations at the American Adventure Pavilion Disney pals will be wearing their “Spirit of ’76” patriotic outfits to meet and greet guests at The American Adventure during the day on July 4th! And while we await further details, Disney has shared that patriotic drinks and eats will be available throughout the park! Red, White, and Blue flowers at the American Adventure Pavilion Offerings will include patriotic cupcakes, a red, white, and blue sangria, and a Boom Berry Lemonade! It has also been revealed that special dining packages will be available, and we’ll look forward to sharing more info as soon as we can! Epcot park hours will be: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Will you be celebrating Independence Day in Walt Disney World? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s New Around Walt Disney World — January 23, 2017 Disney World Mac and Cheese Gallery 21 Myths About Walt Disney World Food DEBUNKED View the full article

Today I donned a hard hat and work boots to walk out into the site of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge here at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida, which is set to open Aug. 29. I’ve been a Disney Cast Member for a little over a year now, and moments like these are exactly why I wanted to work here. Prior to joining Disney, I covered the theme park industry as a journalist and had the opportunity to visit every Disney park around the world. I’ve seen firsthand why our guests love Disney parks; with so many new and wonderful experiences on the way, it’s a great time to be a fan. But whether we’re talking about sweeping new lands, new attractions or new cruise ships, these projects all have something in common: change and relentless innovation. This is not a new thing for Disney, either. A few years back, I had the privilege of speaking with Disney Legend Jack Lindquist, the first president of Disneyland Resort; one thing he told me I’ll never forget is how during his decades working at the Happiest Place on Earth, he wanted a balance between honoring the past and paving the way for the future. The evolution of Disney parks is inspired by Walt himself, who envisioned new experiences “as long as there is imagination left in the world.” Walt Disney Imagineering President Bob Weis recently said, “We are constantly innovating ways to create new magic – to ignite the imaginations of our guests, excite and enchant them, and immerse them in their favorite Disney stories.” Pirates of the Caribbean is a great example of this fundamental Disney philosophy. There have been many evolutionary moments for this classic attraction since it debuted at Disneyland in 1967, as several enhancements were made over the years. And then in 2016, the attraction was updated again when Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure debuted at Shanghai Disneyland in China. The Shanghai version features a highly advanced propulsion system that provides unprecedented control over the position and rotation of the boats you ride in, while dimensional set pieces combine with large-scale media screens, Audio-Animatronics figures and other special effects to create an experience that feels familiar yet entirely new and exhilarating. It’s one of my favorite Disney attractions on the planet! So as I knock some dust from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge off my boots, I’d just like to take a moment to daydream about some other fantastic new experiences heading our way over the next several years: • Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance will open later this year inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at both Disneyland park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. • Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway will roll into Disney’s Hollywood Studios next year and Disneyland Park in 2022. • The largest transformation in the history of Epcot is underway at Walt Disney World Resort. • Disney Cruise Line is adding three new ships to its fleet in 2021, 2022 and 2023. • A TRON attraction is set to open in 2021 at Magic Kingdom Park in Florida, based on the acclaimed TRON Lightcycle Power Run at Shanghai Disneyland. • Shanghai Disneyland is creating a “Zootopia”-themed land. As I stood inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, staring with fanboy adoration at the Millennium Falcon, I thought about these projects and how amazing it is to be part of The Walt Disney Company right now. I’m looking forward to sharing more details with you here on the Disney Parks Blog about these experiences in the weeks, months and years ahead as I help chronicle this unprecedented period of growth for our company. I think I have a lot more hard-hat days in my future…and I can’t wait to bring you along with me! View the full article