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Hey, food-lovin’ friends! If you know us, you know we are quite fond of Troubadour Tavern in Disneyland. We love stopping here to grab some delicious German food like a bratwurst sausage or stuffed potato. BBQ Chicken Stuffed Baked Potato Well, when stopping by on our most recent visit, we noticed a new-to-us menu addition that we got pretty excited about! The new BBQ Chicken Stuffed Baked Potato is somewhat akin to the bbq chicken stuffed potato that we saw a while back at Harbour Galley. We often find that these two locations switch menu items back and forth, so if you don’t find something previously on the menu at one location, you just might find it at the other. BBQ Chicken Stuffed Baked Potato The BBQ Chicken Stuffed Baked Potato ($8.49) is filled with BBQ chicken, butter, chipotle sour cream, and cilantro. BBQ Chicken Stuffed Baked Potato It’s got a great tangy yet mild BBQ sauce, plus a hint of smokiness from the chipotle mayo. We also enjoyed the size of the potato for the price, especially since the shredded chicken brings an added heartiness to the whole thing. Overall, we really enjoyed it! BBQ Chicken Stuffed Baked Potato You can use your Annual Passholder discount on this potato delight which will bring your spud’s price down to $7.78! And if you’re looking to grab a quick bite at this spot, make sure to check out our full Troubadour Tavern review. Do you have a favorite stuffed potato treat? Let us know in the comments below! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Related posts: New! Seasonal Chicken Pot Pie Soup at Disneyland’s Harbour Galley! Cute Souvenir Alert: Jack Skellington Key Spotted in Disneyland! Get Your Ears On Review: Bavarian Pretzel at Disneyland’s Troubadour Tavern View the full article

Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar will celebrate its 4th anniversary this fall and it continues to be one of my favorite watering holes at Disney Springs. If you haven’t been, there’s never a bad time to visit. Walt Disney Imagineers did an incredible job creating this 1940s-era plane hangar filled with themed décor from ceiling to floor all based around fictional character, Jock Lindsey. Who is Jock Lindsey you ask? You’ll spot him in the film “Raiders of the Lost Ark” portrayed by Fred Sorenson who’s an actual airline pilot. Although Fred only appeared in the film for about a minute, his character inspired Imagineers to develop a whole lounge and menu dedicated to his global adventures with Indiana Jones. When I heard Fred was planning to spend his 70th birthday at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar, I just had to meet the man who inspired one of my favorite spots at Disney Springs. I had the pleasure to chat with Fred this past weekend and ask him a few questions about his career and his thoughts on how the Imagineers captured his beloved character. Check it out! It’s been a while since you were in Raiders of the Lost Ark, but obviously, that was a huge part of your life. When you visit Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar, does it bring you back to those days? “Yes! Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar represents the essence of what I’ve done and continue to do every day. I’m still an active pilot for a charter company and I also help deliver airplanes all over the world. That’s actually how I got the role of Jock Lindsey—I was helping the film crew look for a plane to use in movie and they also needed someone to help deliver and get it set up, then I was asked if I would be interested in portraying Jock Lindsey!” What’s your favorite item on the menu at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar? “That’s a tough one—I’d have to say the Reggie’s Revenge cocktail.” Walt Disney Imagineers are known for their storytelling and attention to detail. Do you think they got it right with Jock Lindsey’s Hanger Bar? “They nailed it! The fact that it looks like exactly like an old airplane hangar and it’s located right on the water where you can hear the water and boats, it’s just perfect.” Do fans still recognize you? If so, what’s that like? “Sometimes. My favorite interactions with fans sometimes happen by accident. We’ll be talking about Indiana Jones and then I mention something like “Well you know, I was Jock Lindsey…” and they say “You mean…”Jock start the engine?!” It’s amazing how many fans remember that small scene.” You’ve had a full career and travel has been a big part of your life. When you travel to Disney Springs, what’s your favorite go-to spot? “I actually love just watching those amphicars at The BOATHOUSE! I almost bought one.” Of all the places you could have picked to celebrate your birthday, you came here – why was this spot the right choice for you and your guests? “I wanted to pick a venue that reflected 70 years of my life and Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar truly represents everything I enjoy about my life and the career I’m so passionate about.” Anything else you’d want to share with readers of the Disney Parks Blog? “I appreciate the fans so much. Jock Lindsey represents the idea of adventure and dreams and being able to bring that to others and see their faces light up is simply amazing. I would tell readers to never stop dreaming and taking adventures in life—you’ll never know what will happen!” View the full article

The Italian-inspired Palo restaurant aboard each Disney ship, named after the colorful poles that line the canals of Venice, offers a superlative dining experience reserved exclusively for adults. When you dine here, you’re invited to indulge in a menu of delectable modern Italian cuisine, coupled with a sophisticated atmosphere and superior service. Of course the dining experience doesn’t end with the fine cuisine. Palo is also known for a robust menu of adult beverages, including inventive cocktails and classic reserve wines. The restaurant’s wine list, with 99 percent Italian wines, includes about 90 labels from all regions of Italy, including a sparkling Prosecco, a lush red Barolo made just for Palo, and some of the best Super Tuscans. One of my favorite beverages at Palo, especially paired with brunch, is the restaurant’s signature Balsamic Grande cocktail. This refreshing drink features vodka, a splash of 5-year-old balsamic vinegar and fresh muddled strawberries. It’s the perfect drink to impress your friends with during a summer gathering. Check out this video to see how you can make it at home. View the full article

The FastPass+ tiers at Animal Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot can have a big effect on your overall Disney World park strategy. While Magic Kingdom doesn’t have tiers, we can only reserve an advanced FastPass+ for one top attraction at the other three parks. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Your FastPass+ strategy may be about to change even more at Hollywood Studios. According to Touring Plans, a large number of Hollywood Studios’ rides will move to Tier 1 when Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens on August 29. Based on a 90-day FastPass+ booking window (through a Club level perk), Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster AND Tower of Terror will join all three Toy Story Land attractions in Tier 1. ©Touring Plans What does this mean for you if this change is confirmed? Well, it means you’ll only get to make an advanced FastPass+ reservation for one of the attractions listed above. You’ll be able to use your other two reservations for Tier 2 attractions, such as Star Tours: The Adventures Continue, Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, or Voyage of the Little Mermaid. Star Tours Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more updates on this developing topic! What are your thoughts about this potential change coming to Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: News: New Dining Discounts for Disney World Annual Passholders for 45th Anniversary Year 21 Myths About Walt Disney World Food DEBUNKED How To Ride Slinky Dog Dash with NO WAIT! Is After Hours At Disney’s Hollywood Studios Right For YOU?? View the full article

In May, Disney announced that select Disney World Resort hotels would soon begin to offer Mobile Order. The first of the new Resort hotel dining locations to go live on Mobile Order through the My Disney Experience app was Everything POP at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, and Contempo Café in Disney’s Contemporary Resort was the second. The Mara And now we can add The Mara to the list, as this counter service spot at Animal Kingdom Lodge is now live on Mobile Order! The Mara on Mobile Order As a refresher, Mobile Order is a feature available within the My Disney Experience app which allows guests to pre-order and pre-pay for their food at participating Counter Service Restaurants around Disney World. Upon arrival to the restaurant, guests using Mobile Order can then bypass the ordering queue and go straight to a designated Pick Up Counter to get their food. Tamarind Barbecue Pork Sandwich at The Mara At this time, The Mara is the last of the announced Resort counter service options added to Mobile Order. However, if the rollout at these latest additions goes well, it may lead to more Resort counter service options to be added to Mobile Order in the future. We’ll be on the lookout, and will continue to keep you posted! Are you excited that Mobile Order is expanding to Disney World Resort hotels? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: #OnTheList: Zebra Domes at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Review: New Sandwiches at The Mara in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Kudu Cookie Sandwiches Dash into Disney World’s Animal Kingdom Lodge View the full article

High school golfers around the nation are dreaming about winning a national championship in the first-ever High School National Invitational, so it should come as no surprise that organizers of the tournament decided to stage it at the place where dreams come true – Walt Disney World Resort. The quest for a magical national golf title happens June 27-28 at Disney’s famed Magnolia and Palm golf courses – the same courses that have hosted some of the biggest names in professional golf over the years. The boys will play at Disney while the girls will compete at nearby Falcon’s Fire Golf Club. More than 300 young golfers are expected to compete during the two-day event. Who knows? One of these aspiring golfers might eventually compete in a PGA or LPGA Tour event one day. If you want to catch them before they might become famous, there’s no charge for admission or parking at this tournament. And if you get the itch to play while you’re out there, then swing by our pro shop to book a tee time on any of our four courses. Or you can call 407-WDW-GOLF (939-4653) or go to www.golfwdw.com. Give it a try and see if you can make your golf dreams come true, too! View the full article

With the newly revealed price increases for the general public and Florida Residents purchasing Disney World Annual Passes, price updates are also in place for Disney Vacation Club Members, as reflected on the Disney Vacation Club website. Saratoga Springs Resort — A Disney Vacation Club Resort Updated Disney World Annual Pass prices for Disney Vacation Club Members are as follows: Disney Platinum Plus Pass New Purchase: $999 (from $849) Disney Platinum Plus Pass Renewal: $849 (from $721) Disney Platinum Pass New Purchase: $899 (from $749) Disney Platinum Pass Renewal : $764 (from $636) Gold Pass New Purchase: $699 (from $609) Gold Pass Renewal: $594 (from $517) Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you a Disney Vacation Club Member? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: New Discounted MagicBand Upgrade Options Coming Soon for Disney World Resort Guests and Annual Passholders MagicBand Upgrades for Disney World Resort Guests and Annual Passholders Now Live on My Disney Experience 2020 Disney Dining Plans and Walt Disney World Vacation Packages Announced! View the full article

It has been announced that Lyft is now the official rideshare of Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. The partnership begins today, June 18th! Minnie Van For Disneyland, this news comes in anticipation of the heavy crowds expected when the reservation-only period at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge comes to an end after its last day on June 23rd. Additionally, The Orange County Register shares that while taxis and other ride-share operators will still be able to pick up and drop off guests at Harbor Boulevard, they will not be able to use the areas designated for Lyft. “O.C. locals and tourists can say goodbye to the days of parking ‘far, far away’ to visit Disneyland and the new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge,” Lyft said in a statement. Disneyland’s current parking lots and structures are a half mile or further from the Disneyland entrance, and parking rates increased by 25 percent in January. This certainly makes utilizing a ride-share service attractive to some guests. Disney has been working with Lyft since 2017 when the company began providing the Minnie Van service at Walt Disney World. The service has transported one million guests around Disney World property. And Disney also revealed that “Lyft and Disney will be enhancing the app experience at the Walt Disney World Resort. The update will make it easier to request a Minnie Van ride, find the most convenient pickup location, and even select a wheelchair accessible vehicle.” Sources: The Orange County Register and Disney Parks Blog Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you planning to use Lyft at Disneyland or Disney World? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Star Wars Celebration 2020 Location Announced — and It’s Epic! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Queue Comfort Measures Revealed NEW Information About Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Immersive Guest Experiences Revealed! View the full article

Along with releasing 2020 general public resort prices today, Disney also increased the cost to park at the Walt Disney World Resorts. 18 June 2019 – The change is effective for all reservations made starting today. Reservations booked prior will still be at the old rates. For reservations made before 18 June 2019 for arrivals […] The post Increased Parking Fee at Disney World Resorts for 2020 appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

In addition to the price increases for Disney World Annual Passes, also in place today are increased rates for overnight parking for guests staying at Disney World Resort hotels. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Note that these new rates are effective for reservations made starting today, June 18, 2019, as listed on the Walt Disney World website. The original pricing will be honored for any reservations made prior to today. The new rates are as follows, based on Disney World Resort category: Disney Value Resorts: $15 per night (increased from $13 per night) Disney Moderate Resorts: $20 per night (increased from $19 per night) Disney Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts: $25 per night (increased from $24 per night) Note that complimentary standard parking is still available to guests staying at the Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, as each campsite provides parking space for one motorized vehicle. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What are your thoughts on this latest news? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: No More Free Parking for Disney World Resort Guests?!? NEW Mickey Mouse Refillable Resort Mug Found at Disney World’s All Star Movies New Discounted MagicBand Upgrade Options Coming Soon for Disney World Resort Guests and Annual Passholders View the full article

“If she doesn’t scare you, no evil thing will…” Cruella de Vil is hosting Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way, a new add-on experience coming to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this fall! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant will begin at 9:30 PM during party evenings. Cruella de Vil ©Disney Similar to Tony’s Most Merriest Town Square Party which made its debut at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party last year, Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way will allow guests to come and go from Tony’s at their leisure. Tony’s Town Square Whenever you stop in you’ll be able to “indulge in savory hors d’oeuvres with a taste from the Witches Cauldron—a kettle of gooey and creamy spinach dip with ciabatta crostini, assorted Halloween flatbreads and more!” Sweet bites like chocolate-dipped strawberries, cheesecake and mini cannoli, Kanine Krunchy cake and Mini De Vil brownies along with a variety of beverages including beer and wine selections (and more!) will also be available. Cruella’s Halloween hide-a-Way ©Disney Hide-a-Way guests will also have access to a reserved viewing area for “Mickey’s Boo-To-You” Halloween Parade at 11:15 PM. Guests are welcome to stay at the Hide-a-Way until 12:30 AM. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant is $99 per guest (plus tax), and is offered on every night of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (you can see all the dates and ticket information for the Party here). Admission to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is required, but not included in the ticket price for the Hide-a-Way. Reservations for Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant are now available on DisneyWorld.com or by calling (407) 939-3463. Check out everything you need to know about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in our DFB YouTube Video! Are you going to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Halloween Fireworks Dessert Parties Now Open for Booking for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party New Halloween Fireworks Show Will Debut for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2019 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tickets NOW ON SALE View the full article

Last week we posted that Disneyland’s iconic Main Street Cinema has begun selling merchandise, dropping a bunch of Americana apparel, Minnie ears, plush, and more into the storied space. Main Street Cinema We heard from lots of readers and followers who simply were. not. having. it. But now we have Disney’s side of the story.This morning, the OC Register has gone to the source to clarify Disney’s position on this controversial move. So what’s the deal? Turns out Disney is “looking at a variety of ways to drive interest in this beloved location”, says an official statement from Disneyland Resort. The Register notes that Disney will be considering several ideas for the cinema location. “We’re looking at a lot of different options for what we could do,” said Disneyland spokesperson Suzi Brown, “We continue to operate Main Street Cinema as a theater, and there have been no changes to film showings.” Main Street Cinema So basically, Disney is saying they’d like to inspire more guests to visit the cinema and are looking for ways to make that happen. Including merchandise promotion. For now, the cinema will still be showing the classic clips, but you’ll have to push past a lot of merch…and potentially more…to get to them. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think about Disney’s choice to use merchandise to draw guests into Main Street Cinema? Necessary? Tacky? Meh? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s New in Disneyland Resort: SO MUCH! Get Your Ears On at Disneyland’s Jolly Holiday with Sweet and Savory Treats! Valentine’s Day Treat: Linzer Cookie at Disneyland’s Market House! View the full article

Details for the 2020 Disney Dining Plans have been revealed! Today’s release of 2020 Walt Disney World Vacation Packages allows us to explore Disney Dining Plans, a popular program available to Disney Resort guests booking a Disney World Vacation Package. The Disney Dining Plan First, a reminder that to be eligible to participate in the Disney Dining Plan, you may need to book a Walt Disney World Vacation Package (also called the Magic Your Way Package). The Package includes your stay at a participating Disney World Resort and base Park Admission tickets for everyone in your traveling party. Here we go! 2020 Quick Service Disney Dining Plan Entitlements for the 2020 Quick Service Disney Dining Plan include the following for each guest (ages 3 and over) per night of your package stay: Two Quick Service meals (entrée or combo meal at lunch and dinner and a beverage) Guests under 21 years of age can choose one non-alcoholic beverage (including specialty beverages — i.e. Artisanal Milk Shakes, Fresh Smoothies, Premium Hot Chocolates, or Soda, Coffee or Tea — where offered). Guests 21 and older can can choose either one non-alcoholic beverage (including specialty beverages where offered) or one single serving mixed cocktail, beer, or wine (where offered) within their meal entitlement. Two snacks One Resort refillable drink mug per person, per package For full details — including pricing — see the Quick Service Dining Plan, click here. 2020 Standard Disney Dining Plan Entitlements for the 2020 Standard Disney Dining Plan include the following for each guest (ages 3 and over) per night of your package stay: One table service entrée, dessert (lunch and dinner only), OR full buffet One quick service meal, including entrée OR combo meal Guests under 21 years of age can choose one non-alcoholic beverage with their Quick Service and Table Service meal (including specialty beverages — i.e. Artisanal Milk Shakes, Fresh Smoothies, Premium Hot Chocolates, or Soda, Coffee or Tea — where offered). Guests 21 and older can can choose either one non-alcoholic beverage (including specialty beverages where offered) or one single serving mixed cocktail, beer, or wine (where offered) within their meal entitlement. Two snacks from a wide variety of option One Resort refillable drink mug per person, per package For full details — including pricing — on the Standard Disney Dining Plan, click here. 2020 Deluxe Disney Dining Plan Entitlements for the 2020 Deluxe Disney Dining Plan include the following for each guest (ages 3 and over) per night of your package stay: Three table service or quick service meals (table service includes appetizer, entrée, and dessert (lunch and dinner), OR full buffet); quick service includes entrée OR combo meal Guests under 21 years of age can choose one non-alcoholic beverage with their Quick Service and Table Service meal (including specialty beverages — i.e. Artisanal Milk Shakes, Fresh Smoothies, Premium Hot Chocolates, or Soda, Coffee or Tea — where offered). Guests 21 and older can can choose either one non-alcoholic beverage (including specialty beverages where offered) or one single serving mixed cocktail, beer, or wine (where offered) within their meal entitlement. Two snacks from a wide variety of options One resort refillable mug per person, per package For full details — including pricing — on the Deluxe Disney Dining Plan, click here. Are the 2020 Disney Dining Plans different from the current Dining Plans? Over the past few years, some changes have come to the Disney Dining Plan. In 2017, Snack Credit entitlements increased from 1 Snack Credit per night of a package stay to 2 snack credits for the Quick Service and Standard Dining Plans (the Deluxe Dining Plan remained at two Snack Credits). In exchange, the dessert was removed from the full Quick Service meal entitlement. I’m On The Disney Dining Plan! An even more significant change occurred for the 2018 Disney Dining Plans, when alcoholic beverages were included for of-age guests to both Quick Service and Table Service meal entitlements. Specialty drinks were also added for guests who are not of-age or choose not to imbibe. As in 2019, for 2020, all of the additions from the 2017 and 2018 remain with no significant changes (though, as per usual, there are pricing adjustments, which can be found on the individual Plan pages as linked above). Current restaurants participating in the Disney Dining Plan can be found here. Click here to see all of the Disney Dining Plans and information! Stay tuned for more Disney Dining Plan information as it is released. Please understand that this information is subject to change. Check out our Ultimate Guide to the Disney Dining Plan in our DFB YouTube Video!  Are you planning a Walt Disney World vacation for 2020? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: 2019 Disney Dining Plans AND Disney World Vacation Packages Announced ALL the LIMITED TIME TREATS Coming to Disney World and Disneyland for MICKEY’S 90TH BIRTHDAY Celebration!! Grand Launch Sale: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World® Dining 2012 e-Book View the full article

Our popular Minnie Van transportation service at the Walt Disney World Resort is celebrating a major milestone – 1 MILLION GUESTS MAGICALLY TRANSPORTED! And the best is yet to come for Minnie Vans connected by the ridesharing service Lyft. It was just announced that Lyft is now the official rideshare of Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort and new enhancements will be added to the Walt Disney World Resort service as early as this fall. Disney and Lyft are collaborating in exciting ways for guests. This fall, Lyft and Disney will be enhancing the app experience at the Walt Disney World Resort. The update will make it easier to request a Minnie Van ride, find the most convenient pickup location, and even select a wheelchair accessible vehicle. Since 2017, the Minnie Van fleet has been taking guests everywhere they want to go at the Walt Disney World Resort in a magical way that only Disney can do. Learn more about the service in our earlier Disney Minnie Van story. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for future updates on the Minnie Van service. View the full article

A Disney Villain you love to hate will be hosting her own festive and fabulous event during this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park! Starting today, you can book the all-new Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant, the perfect place to mix and mingle with Cruella de Vil and be part of her circle of puppies, aka friends! Enjoy a fun, festive atmosphere, with themed background music and décor, and a great view of Town Square. Beginning at 9:30 p.m., this new and special experience will allow you to pop in and out at your leisure and indulge in savory hors d’oeuvres with a taste from the Witches Cauldron—a kettle of gooey and creamy spinach dip with ciabatta crostini, assorted Halloween flatbreads and more! In addition, there will be sweet treats such as chocolate-dipped strawberries, cheesecake and mini cannoli, Kanine Krunchy cake and Mini De Vil brownies and a variety of beverages including beer and wine selections and more! But the party doesn’t stop there! You will also have access to a special reserved viewing area for the truly enchanting “Mickey’s Boo-To-You” Halloween Parade at 11:15 p.m., featuring some of Cruella’s villainous pals. After the parade, the fun continues at Tony’s where you can hang out until 12:30 a.m. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way is available for $99 per person (plus tax) every Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party event night at Magic Kingdom Park. Admission to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is required to attend. Seating is available for guests as they dine on a first come, first serve basis and shared seating is encouraged amongst guests to enjoy both the food and company the party has to offer. Reservations are available on DisneyWorld.com and by calling 407-939-3463. Space is limited and will fill up fast, so book your reservation soon! View the full article

Is the Maharajah Jungle Trek at Disney’s Animal Kingdom a must-do for you on visits to the park? This attraction, which whisks you into the mystical Anandapur Royal Forest, offers up looks at animal residents that include tigers, gibbons, birds, and many more. How well do you know this attraction? Put your knowledge to the test below. View the full article

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Updated prices are now in effect for Walt Disney World Annual Passes, as reflected on the Walt Disney World website Annual Pass page. Walt Disney World Entrance Disney World General Public Annual Pass Price Increases Disney Platinum Plus Pass: $1219.00 (from $994.00) Disney Platinum Pass: $1,119.00 (from $894.00) Disney World Florida Resident Annual Pass Price Increases FL Resident Platinum Plus Annual Pass: $999.00 (from $849.00) FL Resident Platinum Annual Pass: $899.00 (from $749.00) FL Resident Gold Annual Pass: $699.00 (from $609.00) FL Resident Silver Annual Pass: $519.00 (from $479.00) FL Resident Theme Park Select Pass: $439.00 (No Increase) FL Resident Weekday Select Annual Pass: $349.00 (from $319.00) Epcot After 4 Annual Pass: $309.00 (from $289.00) The previous changes to Annual Pass prices came in October 2018. To learn about the various inclusions for each Annual Pass option, visit the Walt Disney World website. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder? If so, what are your thoughts? Related posts: Special Dining Discount Announced for Disney World Annual Passholders For a Limited Time Seven NEW Experiences to Try at Walt Disney World! News: Disney World Annual Passholder 45th Anniversary Dining Discounts Extended View the full article

We’re excited to bring you the latest of What’s New in Disney Springs! Gator Tail Waffle Cone We’ll cover food specials, construction updates, new merch and MORE. Let’s dive right in! What’s New in Menu Updates and Eats In case you missed it, from now until September 2, 2019, guests can visit over 20 locations throughout Disney Springs to enjoy fun, Florida-themed dishes along with refreshing cocktails. Many of this week’s new food items are special Flavors of Florida items. Read all about the Flavors of Florida event here! Flavors of Florida Map Kicking things off at Amorette’s Patisserie, we spotted a Father’s Day Macaron ($5.00) AND the new Blood Orange Mousse ($8.00). Father’s Day Macarons The Father’s Day Macarons were likely only a limited-time offering, but the Blood Orange Mousse is here for the summer as part of the Flavors of Florida dining event! Flavors of Florida Blood Orange Mousse The mousse is remarkably light and airy, and bursts with citrus flavor. And the grapefruit gelée center, which we thought might be too intense, was actually quite enjoyable. Flavors of Florida Blood Orange Mousse Read our full review of the Blood Orange Mousse here! Our next stop is The Ganachery, where we found treats inspired by Toy Story 4 and the new Imagination Pink line! Imagination Pink-Berry Square Imagination Pink Minnie Piñata I’m pretty sure this is one of the cutest treats I’ve ever seen! Forky Chocolate Marshmallow Pop The Chosen Ones Piñata Read about ALL the new treats at The Ganachery here! Making our way to Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar, we tackled the TEMPLE OF BACON ($13)! Thick-cut Applewood Smoked Bacon is doused in Ganachery Milk Chocolate, AND drizzled with Chipotle Ganache to create this insanely awesome treat. Temple of Bacon Read our full review of the Temple of Bacon here! Over at Joffrey’s store in Disney Springs, we spotted the wonderfully colorful donuts for Pride month and a sign for character “donut art”! Joffrey’s Pride Donuts Yep, you read that right. For 50 cents, you can add a Disney character to your Boston Cream donut. How awesome is that? Joffrey’s Boston Cream Donuts Continuing to conquer Disney Springs food, we popped by Morimoto Asia, where they’re offering a GATOR Tail Waffle Cone as part of the Flavors of Florida event. Morimoto Gator Tail Waffle Cone It IS real gator, but it tastes quite a bit like orange chicken! If you want to try it for yourself, you DON’T need a reservation to order it. You can get it at the bar if you don’t want to make a reservation. Check out our full review of the Gator Tail Waffle Cone here! The Polite Pig has also gotten in on the Flavors of Florida action and introduced a Smoked Prime Rib Slider ($7) and Florida Mango Frosé ($11). Polite Pig – Flavors of Florida The slider is served with a citrus aïoli and a green papaya horseradish slaw and we absolutely LOVED it. We enjoyed the new beverage as well. It’s a fresh mango purée with sparkling rosé and citrus, topped with an orange slice and a cherry. Read our reviews of the Smoked Prime Rib Slider and Florida Mango Frosé here! Wrapping up our Disney Springs food tour, we spotted Sprinkles’ Old-Fashioned Cupcake for Father’s Day. This one only returned for Father’s Day weekend, so it may be gone by the time your there. We couldn’t resist including it though! Old-Fashioned Cupcake What’s New in Disney Springs Merchandise Now that we’ve told you about all the newest menu items at Disney Springs, let’s move on to the merchandise! And goodness, there’s a LOT of it to tell you about. At Disney Style, we found the new Disney Parks Loungefly Mini collection! It features some of our favorite Disney Parks icons, from Space Mountain to the Country Bears! Disney Parks Mini Collection The wristlet is $50 and the backpack is $75, and they are just SO CUTE I CAN’T STAND IT. Disney Parks Mini Collection Read our full review of the Disney Parks Mini collection here! At Ever After, we spotted the COMPLETELY ADORABLE Dooney & Bourke Disney Cats Collection. The bags are adorned with our feline friends from Disney films, including Simba, the Cheshire Cat, and Marie. Dooney & Bourke Cat Collection The crossbody, tote, and satchel cost $178, $268 and $298, respectively. Dooney & Bourke Cats Collection Read more about the Dooney & Bourke Cats Collection here! Our next stop is Havaianas, where we found new Toy Story 4 and Lion King flip-flops for kids ($20). Kid’s Toy Story Flip-Flops Kid’s Bo Peep Flip-Flops How cute is this pair of Bo Peep flip-flops?? Kid’s Lion King Flip-Flops The Toy Story 4 and Lion King flip-flops are only for kids, but Mickey’s 90th Birthday and Disney Princess flip-flops are still available for adults for $30. Mickey’s 90th Birthday Flip-Flops Princess Flip-Flops Moving on to Pin Traders, they released a new limited edition pin ($17.99) inspired by Chip from Beauty and the Beast. It looks a bit like a video game, and when you turn the pin he jumps over plates! It’s super cool. Chip Gaming Pin Pin Traders has also introduced a new Sorcerer Mickey MagicBand! This was our first time seeing this one and we love it! You can grab it for $24.99. Sorcerer Mickey MagicBand Sorcerer Mickey MagicBand Uniqlo has some totally adorable Pixar shirts! They feature some of our favorite characters, including the Little Green Men, Jessie, and of course, Forky! Uniqlo Pixar Shirt Uniqlo Pixar Shirt The shirts are $9.90 for kids and $14.90 for adults. Uniqlo Pixar Shirt Uniqlo also has an awesome special going on! If you buy 3 Pixar shirts, you get a token to redeem for a Capchara Koro-Koro toy! How great is that? Free Gift with Purchase Promotion World of Disney is our last merchandise stop, and it does NOT disappoint. If you haven’t heard, the new Imagination Pink and Magic Mirror Metallic color collections are officially available! Imagination Pink Color Collection Magic Mirror Metallic Color Collection We can’t decide which color we love more, but we adore them both! World of Disney also had a Best Dad Ever display complete with coffee mugs, ties, and keychains for Father’s Day. Father’s Day Coffee Mugs Father’s Day Ties Father’s Day Pin We aren’t sure if these items are still available after Father’s Day, but they might still have some left. We also noticed a pastel purple Minnie Messaging throw ($49.99) and pillow ($34.99). We hadn’t seen these before and thought they were super cute! Minnie Messaging Throws and Pillows Minnie Messaging Throw Finally, we couldn’t help but notice World of Disney’s Toy Story 4 display. It’s in perfect timing for the new film, which is due out June 21! Toy Story 4 Display We weren’t joking when we said we had a lot of merchandise to report! What’s New Around Disney Springs Outside the AMC Theatre, we spotted a Toy Story 4 photo backdrop. If you’re seeing the new film in Disney Springs, be sure to snap a quick photo here! AMC Toy Story 4 Photo Wall Construction is still underway for the NBA Experience, which is set to open on August 12 of this year. We also saw some signage for City Works Pour House & Eatery, which will also open later this year. NBA Experience Construction NBA Experience Construction City Works Eatery & Pour House Construction The Toy Story Drop Pop-Up is now open through August 9 near Paddlefish. If you download the new game, you’ll get a free pop socket AND you can get your picture taken with the Claw! Toy Story Drop Pop-Up Toy Story Drop Pop-Up Finally, we couldn’t resist taking a photo of a friendly Cast Member making trashcan bubbles! This was outside Pin Traders and kids were loving it! Trashcan Bubbles! Thanks for joining us on our walk around Disney Springs! Stay tuned for even more news about the Disney parks and beyond! Which new thing to Disney Springs gives you the most excitement? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s NEW At Disney Springs? A WHOLE LOT! Check it out…. REVIEW: NEW Polite Pig Flavors of Florida Smoked Prime Rib Slider and Florida Mango Frosé in Disney World! Disney Food News This Week: Everything NEW at the Disney Parks and Resorts View the full article

What’s better than skating around a roller rink like it’s 1979? How about skating with MICKEY MOUSE himself?! ©Disney On June 13th, D23 members joined Mickey and Minnie at Moonlight Rollerway in Glendale, California to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the “Mickey Mouse Disco” album! (“He’ll always bring down the house! Disco Mickey Mouse!”) Mickey and Minnie were decked out in their finest skating disco outfits and skated together with party attendees. How cute are they?? ©Disney Ashley Eckstein (who will continue to voice Ahsoka Tano in the new season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars coming to Disney+) and Bret Ewan (who voices Mickey Mouse) were also in attendance. ©Disney ©Disney If you weren’t able to attend the event in Glendale, you’ll have another chance in San Diego! Mickey’s Disco Night will take place on Friday, July 19 at House of Blues San Diego. (Here’s hoping “Watch Out for Goofy!” is on the playlist!) Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you a Mickey Mouse Disco fan? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Get Ready for Summer With the New Disney Eats Summer Collection Schedule and Sneak Peeks Released for D23 Expo 2019! Disney Legends, Film News, Park Updates and MORE! Photo Tour! The 2019 Chocolate Easter Eggs at Disney World’s BoardWalk Inn View the full article

Oh yeah, my friends… you read that title correctly. The super yummy S’mores Churro has been spotted again in Disneyland! S’mores Churro You may remember this delicious churro delight from when it was served back in 2017 at the churro cart in Critter Country for the reopening of Fantasmic! It is being served up the exact same way this time; it’s just at a different location. This time, you’ll find it at the churro cart located across from Haunted Mansion. Churro Cart The s’mores churro ($6.25) is covered in crushed graham crackers and is served with a gooey marshmallow and chocolate dipping sauce for all the elements of the famous campfire snack. S’mores Churro We’d love to say that the S’mores Churro is here to stay, but you never really know when it comes to Disney snacks — and especially Disneyland’s famous ever-changing Churros. But, hey, that’s part of the fun, too! S’mores Churro Sadly, you cannot use a discount on this treat…but we still think it’s totally worth it. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited that the s’mores churro has made a comeback? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Pixar Fest Eats: Carrot Cake Churro at Disneyland Resort Pixar Fest Eats: Lemon Churros at Disneyland Resort! Disneyland Food Review: Burning Love Valentine’s Churro View the full article

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!” Plan ahead and get ready for thrilling surprises during this separately ticketed party. Check out these “must-do” experiences for young adults: “Villainous!” – The new “World of Color” show exclusive to Oogie Boogie Bash tells the twisted tale of a young girl (and all-new character) named Shelley Marie. In “Villainous!,” Shelley has a decision to make about her Halloween costume for this year, and finds herself wondering if she could really be as strong and unique as some of her favorite Disney villains, including The Queen, Ursula, Dr Facilier, Hades, Jafar and Maleficent. This twisted tale carries Shelley on an unforgettable journey through fountains, lights, lasers, projections and special effects. “Villainous!” shows guests that, deep down, there’s a little villain in all of us. Redwood Creek Challenge Trail – Transformed into a wondrous and ethereal world of Disney villains unlike anything seen before, Redwood Creek will be full of tricks. This dreamlike environment will be complete with lighting, projections, sounds and special effects. You and your besties will experience a series of scenes, each creating a hauntingly beautiful dream-space. Immersive Treat Trails – Team up with your pals and head out to explore the new, wonderfully wicked treat trails throughout the park. You may find yourselves face-to-face with the Mad Hatter from Tim Burton’s “Alice in Wonderland,” or even Oogie Boogie himself! Additional treat trails will feature oversized cauldrons full of treats for all guests to enjoy. DescenDANCE Party – Head to the Backlot area of Hollywood Land for a pulsing, new party inspired by the popular “Descendants” franchise from Disney Channel. A spell is cast, summoning the greatest dance crew from the Isle of the Lost to throw down and lead everyone in moves that are set to the biggest hit songs from all three “Descendants” movies. The original “Villain Kids” might even crash the party through magic mirrors. Stick around after as the Backlot DJ continues to spin tunes, inviting everyone to step onto the dance floor into the night. Be sure to catch “Descendants 3” this August on Disney Channel. Lastly, it wouldn’t be a Halloween bash without dressing up! Everyone is encouraged to dress in costume for the occasion. Oogie Boogie Bash is only offered on 20 select nights this fall, starting Sept. 17. For more information, including costume policy guidelines and to purchase tickets, visit Disneyland.com/HalloweenParty. View the full article

Looking for a way to cool off on your Walt Disney World vacation… specifically at the ever-so-hot Animal Kingdom? Orange Blossom Cocktail Then head straight over to the Africa section of the park to the Dawa Bar. Located near Tusker House Restaurant, the lovable location known as Dawa Bar serves up some great South African wines and beers, along with themed cocktails. We love to kick back and relax at this boozy haven while sippin’ on a few drinks. Sometimes, the bar will feature a specialty cocktail, like the one we’re about to dive into. Orange Blossom Specialty Cocktail The newest specialty Orange Blossom cocktail ($12.75) is a delicious mixture of Sauza tequila, Vanderhum, orange juice, and agave. Orange Blossom Cocktail Simply put, this is a great hot weather drink. The tequila mixed with the orange lends the drink a hint of bitterness to balance the sweetness, and it hits all the right flavor notes. We’d definitely kick back and sip on it again…that’s for sure! If you’re looking for a few more new and delicious drinks and eats in Disney World, be sure to check out the links below! REVIEW: NEW Polite Pig Flavors of Florida Smoked Prime Rib Slider and Florida Mango Frosé in Disney World! NEW!! FOMOsa Debuts in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! NEW Summer Treat! Frozcato Sugar Cookie Sandwich Debuts at The Basket at Wine Bar George! Related posts: One Year In, These Are The Best Snacks in Disney World’s Pandora, The World of Avatar! Disney World’s Animal Kingdom Menu UPDATES! What’s New To Eat?! “Just Keep Swimming” For This Finding Nemo Tumbler in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! View the full article

“Life is the BUBBLES!” Kiddos love a good bubble wand when visiting the Disney parks. They’re a ton of fun for the little ones and a great way to keep them entertained as you wait for shows, attractions, and more. Mickey Bubble Baton Disney has come up with some pretty fun options throughout the years, and now another new bubble wand has made its way to the parks. Not only does the Mickey Bubble Baton ($27.84) shoot out bubbles… it also lights up, making it a perfect nighttime piece! The wand looks as though it is being held by Mickey’s famous gloved hand, which is super cute! Mickey Bubble Baton The bubbles shoot from the top of the baton when you push the small white button located on Mickey’s glove. We have seen the new Mickey Bubble Baton at merchandise shops in Disney World and Disneyland, so they’re widely available! Looking for more new fun merchandise? Then, take a look at our latest What’s New in Epcot post! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do your little ones LOVE bubble wands? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: You’ve GOT to See the NEW Tumbler at Disney Starbucks Locations! New Look and Updates for My Disney Experience and Disneyland Apps What’s the Next Disney Color Trend? Magic Mirror And Imagination Pink Ears and Spirit Jersey Coming to Disney Parks View the full article

Are you an Annual Passholder looking to bring a few friends or family members into the Disney World parks this summer? Annual Passholder benefits are big and small! Then, listen up, because Disney has just announced an offer that will let you do just that at a discounted price! With the Bring-a-Friend offer, Gold, Platinum, Platinum Plus and Premier Passholders will be able to purchase 1-Day Park Hopper tickets for $89 (plus tax)!! So, now you can share the magic with your loved ones while saving money! These tickets will only be available at theme park ticket windows. And the Annual Passholder must be present with a valid Annual Pass card and photo ID to purchase the tickets. Select Passholders will be able to buy up to 6 tickets throughout the promotion and the tickets MUST be used on the date of purchase. Animal Kingdom Ticket Center These tickets can be upgraded to Theme Park tickets or an Annual Pass as long as this is done on the day of purchase. The guest will pay the full price difference. The Bring-a-Friend offer is available from June 18th (tomorrow) through August 8th. Looking for more Annual Passholder benefits? Well, Disney just announced that select Annual Passholders will be able to experience a preview of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Hollywood Studios before it opens on August 29th. Read about the Annual Passholder Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge preview here. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland Are you an Annual Passholder? What’s your favorite perk? Let us know in the comments below! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Related posts: Review: New Cocktails at Fairfax Fare in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Epcot’s Newest Dessert Should Go On Your Snack Credit List. Now. Review: Can Epcot’s Coral Reef Restaurant Rise to the Surface? View the full article