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As part of the celebration of the upcoming live-action film, The Lion King, Disney has launched “a global campaign to raise awareness of the crisis facing lions.” Special Edition Simba and Nala Plush Disney shares that the campaign supports “the Lion Recovery Fund and its partners to help advance conservation across Africa, including the goal to double the number of lions in the wild by 2050.” As part of the efforts, two new Special Edition plush are newly available in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Special Edition Simba and Nala Plush The colorful Simba and Nala plush are $19.99 each. And for each plush sold, Disney will donate $5.00 to the Wildlife Conservation Network in support of the Lion Recovery Fund (and its local partners). Special Edition Simba and Nala Plush sign 40,000 of the plush will ultimately be available in both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. Guests can find the plush now at Mombasa, Island Mercantile, and Discovery Trading Company at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and at Seaside Souvenirs at Disney’s California Adventure park. Nala Plush Starting July 1st, the plush will also be sold in World of Disney, Elias & Co. and Bazaar at Disneyland Resort and in the Emporium, Mouse Gear, World of Disney and more locations at Walt Disney World Resort. Simba Plush Simba Plush Additionally, at www.disney.com/LionKingProtectThePride, Disney has announced that for every guest who rides the Kilimanjaro Safaris attraction in Animal Kingdom from July 19 – 25, 2019 (the opening week of “The Lion King”), the Disney Conservation Fund will donate $2.00 (up to $350,000) to the Lion Recovery Fund’s efforts. You can learn more about these and other efforts by visiting www.disney.com/LionKingProtectThePride. Kilimanjaro Safari sign Disney shares: “Wildlife Conservation Network’s Lion Recovery Fund supports a variety of organizations working across Africa to benefit people, wildlife and habitats. WCN has established an unparalleled reputation for integrity and programmatic impact and the LRF is dedicated to ensuring a long-term future for African lions and their habitats by engaging communities and developing campaigns that build support for the protection and revitalization of these animals.” Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Would you like to pick up a Simba or Nala plush? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: New! Animal Kingdom Festival of the Lion King Dining Packages! Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party Brings the Beat at Animal Kingdom! Celebrate “The Lion King” With Treats Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Starting May 24th! View the full article

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened at Disneyland a few weeks ago and we had the pleasure to try ALL of the new food like the Ronto Wrap and Blue Milk. We also had the opportunity to take a ride on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and to build our very own droid at Droid Depot. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland Now, we are turning our attention to the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World, which will open on August 29th. But friends, Disney just announced something HUGE for select Disney World Annual Passholders! Disney has revealed that “Platinum, Platinum Plus and Premier Annual Passholders will be among the first to experience Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, with special preview opportunities planned before the land’s opening on Aug. 29.” Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland This is a MAJOR deal since the crowds at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge are expected to be massive. This will give select Annual Passholders the opportunity to not only see the land before everyone else, but they will likely be able to do so with shorter waits and fewer people. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at NIGHT in Disneyland You must remember, capacity is LIMITED and these reservations will only be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Disney has also announced that information and registration details will be shared at a later date. So, be on the lookout for updates! Are you as pumped as we are to travel to a galaxy far, far away at Walt Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Cliffs Notes…Here’s What You Absolutely NEED To Know After The Galaxy’s Edge INFO BOMB Dropped Last Night! FIRST LOOK: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Datapad Preview and Maps on the Play Disney Parks App! What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Construction Updates and Phone Cases You’ve GOT to See! View the full article

If you’re a Walt Disney World Resort Passholder, you’re able to enjoy a full year of magic, and this summer you can take advantage of several new perks and benefits with special, limited-time offerings. From special ticket deals to exclusive merchandise opportunities and other experiences, now, more than ever, is the time for Passholders to explore the many options available to them at Walt Disney World Resort. New and limited-time Passholder offerings for this summer include: Ticket deals With the return of the popular Bring-a-Friend offer, select Passholders can share the magic of Disney with others through the purchase of a 1-day ticket with Park Hopper Option for the special price of $89 plus tax, available for purchase and use from June 18-Aug. 8, 2019 (offer valid for Gold, Platinum, Platinum Plus and Premier Passholders). Tickets will be available for purchase at theme park ticket windows and must be used on the date of purchase. Passholders can purchase up to six (6) tickets over the course of this promotion. Beginning July 5, Passholders will be able to purchase a new Summer Splash Pass to receive unlimited visits to Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park and Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park from July 5-Sept. 7, 2019 for the same cost as a non-discounted 1-day water park ticket, $69 plus tax. Tickets will be available for purchase at water park ticket windows. Special event offers H2O Glow Nights are back in 2019 at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park, and Passholders can save $15 off the price sold at the ticket window when purchasing tickets in advance for this nighttime party on select nights. While at the party, Passholders can meet Bo Peep from Disney•Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” in an experience exclusive to them through June 29, 2019. Passholders can take a walk on the vile side during Disney Villains After Hours, a special event held on select nights this summer at Magic Kingdom Park, and will save $30 off the price sold at the ticket window when purchasing tickets in advance. While at the event, they will also receive a complimentary special Passholder Disney Villains After Hours ornament featuring Hades (limit one (1) per Passholder while supplies list). Limited-time dining discountsSelect table-service restaurants across Walt Disney World Resort will offer Passholders a 20% discount on lunch (11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.) now through July 2, 2019. Visit DisneyWorld.com/Passholder for specific locations. For more information on these summer offers, visit DisneyWorld.com/APExtras. In addition, we’re excited to share that Platinum, Platinum Plus and Premier Annual Passholders will be among the first to experience Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, with special preview opportunities planned before the land’s opening on Aug. 29. Capacity is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. More information and registration details for previews will be shared at a later date. These added perks join a host of offerings already available to all Walt Disney World Resort Passholders, including: Up to 20% off select merchandise Up to 20% off at select table-service dining locations Complimentary standard parking at theme parks and water parks Special offers on stays at Disney Resort hotels from time to time You can visit DisneyWorld.com/PassBenefits for more information on all Walt Disney World Passholder benefits. Summer 2019 is an amazing time to visit Walt Disney World Resort, with new and beloved experiences at all four theme parks: Get your ears on during Mickey & Minnie’s Surprise Celebration at Magic Kingdom Park, with the new “Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party,” featuring those true originals, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse. Party with Pixar pals at Disney’s Hollywood Studios during the park’s 30th anniversary year, featuring The Incredibles, Mike and Sulley from Disney•Pixar’s “Monsters, Inc.”; Woody, Buzz Lightyear and the gang at the new Toy Story Land; and the new Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy that takes you into the world of Disney•Pixar’s “Cars.” Plus, each night the new “Wonderful World of Animation” show transforms the Chinese Theatre with a stirring tribute to Disney animation. Pandora – The World of Avatar comes to life at night at Disney’s Animal Kingdom with bioluminescent fauna and flora. And now evenings in the park are even more special with the new “Rivers of Light: We Are One,” featuring additional stunning imagery and familiar animal characters to the popular nighttime show on Discovery River. Also new, the Tree of Life awakens in a whole new way to honor the 25th anniversary of “The Lion King,” with beautiful projections on the iconic tree featuring music and animation paying tribute to the classic film. Epcot is bidding a fond farewell to “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” before the nighttime spectacular takes its final bow on Sept. 30, 2019. And guests can experience a special out-of-this-world daily summer concert series at the America Gardens Theatre, June 14 through Aug. 18, 2019. View the full article

It’s time for some chocolate — with a twist! — in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tiger Tail Chocolate Twist And I mean that quite literally, as we’re checking out the Tiger Tail Chocolate Twist at Isle of Java on Discovery Island! Isle of Java menu The Tiger Tail ($4.99 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit) is Animal Kingdom’s answer to the popular Cheshire Cat Tail over at Cheshire Café in Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland. Tiger Tail Chocolate Twist It takes your regular chocolate twist and adds some colorful icing to reflect the cat in tribute. In this case, added orange icing makes up the Tiger Tail! Tiger Tail Chocolate Twist There is actually no flavor variation from the Tiger Tail’s orange icing to the Cheshire Cat Tail’s pink and purple (which is a little unfortunate, as it might have been fun to have a bit of a taste difference). That said, the Tiger Tail still remains a chocolate lover’s treat, as the buttery, light and flaky pastry twist is positively packed with chocolate bits in addition to the chocolate icing on top! Tiger Tail Chocolate Twist By the way, for adults… we can highly recommend pairing the Tiger Tail with an Irish Coffee, also found at Isle of Java! For $10.75, Joffrey’s Coffee has the addition of Proper Twelve Irish Whiskey and is topped with whipped cream. Irish Coffee Not a bad combo to enjoy during a rainy day (like the one we’re having today) or ANY day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Check out more Animal Kingdom snacks in our DFB YouTube Video!  Would you like to try the Tiger Tail Chocolate Twist? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: NEW Chocolate Pastry Alert in Disney World’s Animal Kingdom! Review: Apple Cider Donut Holes at Animal Kingdom’s Isle of Java News and Review: Three Baked Mac and Cheeses at Eight Spoon Cafe View the full article

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth will end its 20-year run as Epcot’s nighttime spectacular on September 30, 2019. Farewell IllumiNations! And newly arrived in Epcot today is a line of “Farewell IllumiNations” merchandise for guests who wish to pick up a souvenir to remember this unique and beautiful fireworks, light, and laser show that has capped off fun days at Epcot since late 1999. Farewell IllumiNations merchandise Two limited release collectible Trading Pins are currently available… and the lines to get them were available this morning at Future World’s Pin Central, too! Pin Central The pin with Mickey blowing out the torch ($15.99) joins the Figment Passholder exclusive ($17.99). Farewell IllumiNations Pin Farewell IllumiNations Passholder Pin Though we found the pins at Pin Central, the rest of the merchandise we’ll share below is located at Mouse Gear. Farewell IllumiNations merchandise This Farewell IllumiNations Tumbler ($18.77) has some wonderful touches. Farewell IllumiNations Tumbler When you look closely, you’ll see the centerpiece globe and torch from the show revealed inside. Farewell IllumiNations Tumbler Plus, it lights up! (Or, rather, illuminates!) Farewell IllumiNations Tumbler Speaking of illuminating, this classic Mickey ornament ($27.99)… Farewell IllumiNations Mickey ornament Farewell IllumiNations Mickey ornament … also lights up! You can see the wires tucked inside. Farewell IllumiNations Mickey Ornament A two-sided postcard-style ornament ($14.99) is also available. Farewell IllumiNations ornament Farewell IllumiNations ornament A limited-edition MagicBand ($34.99) has been released in a batch size of 2,500. Farewell IllumiNations MagicBand Farewell IllumiNations MagicBand Farewell IllumiNations MagicBand Farewell IllumiNations MagicBand This black t-shirt is up for grabs for adults ($29.99). Farewell IllumiNations shirt Kiddos haven’t been left out of the t-shirt fun, as this one ($24.99) glows in the dark! Farewell IllumiNations shirt Passholder exclusive merchandise, in addition to the pin, also includes this Figment baseball-style shirt ($29.99). Farewell IllumiNations Passholder sign Farewell IllumiNations Passholder shirt And Mickey is spotted on a cap ($27.99), blowing out the torch for the final time. Farewell IllumiNations Caps Farewell IllumiNations cap design IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth will be replaced by Epcot Forever, which will kick off on October 1, 2019. Epcot Forever will be an interim production before an all-new evening spectacular comes to Epcot in 2020. For now, we can all continue to enjoy IllumiNations through September 30th. Are you going to pick up an IllumiNations souvenir? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Epcot’s Newest Dessert Should Go On Your Snack Credit List. Now. Review: Can Epcot’s Coral Reef Restaurant Rise to the Surface? Guest Review: The NEW Tea Experience at Epcot’s Rose & Crown Dining Room! View the full article

Hey, there! We’re back with another DFB Video to kick off the week, and we’re letting you in on 20 Disney foods you’ll miss if you listen to the crowd! Samoa Donut at Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC The BEST bread pudding and queso and MUCH more are hiding out at Walt Disney World and you might miss them if you follow the crowd. We’ve got 20 under the radar dishes that you’ve got to add to your snack list, and we’re sharing them all in our latest DFB YouTube Video so you don’t miss ANY of them! 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: Are you adding any of these hidden gems to your must-try list? Related posts: DFB Video: How to Master the Disney Dining Plan DFB Video: Tips for Eating Gluten Free in Walt Disney World DFB Video: Must-Eat Disney World Snacks for CHEESE LOVERS! View the full article

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Typically, when you get some cake, you grab a fork to go along with it. But in this case? ©Disney Springs You’re already set with the fork… because Forky from Toy Story 4 is featured on a new cake at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs! The Forky Petit Cake is a pal to chocolate lovers. Chocolate layers of cake are mixed with brownies, and it’s all brought together with a chocolate diplomat crème (which we learned is like a pastry crème with whipped cream folded in). Toy Story 4 Wall Art at Once Upon a Toy The Forky Petit Cake can be your pal for $16.00 plus tax at Amorette’s Patisserie. It arrives with lots of other Forky and Toy Story treats in anticipation of the June 21st release of Toy Story 4 in theaters! Are you going to see it? Would you like to try the Forky Petit Cake? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: “Cool” Summer Themed Dome Cake and MORE at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs Mickey Mouse Halloween Macaron and More At Amorette’s in Disney Springs! Celebrate the New Year with Festive Treats at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs View the full article

Did you know the magic of a Walt Disney World Resort vacation can start before you even begin your stay on property? Join Disney Parks Moms Panelist Leslie as she shares the advantages of using Disney’s Magical Express. Pro Tip: If you have your MagicBands, be sure not to pack them in your checked luggage as you will need them to check into Disney’s Magical Express. And if you don’t have yours yet, no worries. One of Disney’s Magical Express cast members will take excellent care of you. 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

To celebrate the release of the upcoming groundbreaking feature film, Disney’s “The Lion King,” The Walt Disney Company is launching a global campaign to raise awareness of the crisis facing lions. The campaign will support the Lion Recovery Fund and its partners to help advance conservation across Africa, including the goal to double the number of lions in the wild by 2050. For each Special Edition Simba and Nala plush sold globally, Disney will donate US $5 to the Wildlife Conservation Network in support of the LRF and its local partners. Special Edition Simba and Nala plush are now available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and can be found at additional locations at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort beginning July 1st.* Special Note: Each of the 40,000 plush represents one of the lions whose future Disney and the Lion Recovery Fund are working to ensure. (Simba plush top, Nala plush bottom) Wildlife Conservation Network’s Lion Recovery Fund supports a variety of organizations working across Africa to benefit people, wildlife and habitats. WCN has established an unparalleled reputation for integrity and programmatic impact and the LRF is dedicated to ensuring a long-term future for African lions and their habitats by engaging communities and developing campaigns that build support for the protection and revitalization of these animals. Special Edition Simba and Nala plush can be found at the following locations at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort: Now available at Mombasa, Island Mercantile, and Discovery Trading Company at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as well as Seaside Souvenirs at Disney’s California Adventure park. Starting July 1st, available in World of Disney, Elias & Co. and Bazaar at Disneyland Resort and in Emporium, Mouse Gear, World of Disney and more locations at Walt Disney World Resort. For more information on the Lion Recovery Fund and Disney’s conservation efforts, visit www.disney.com/LionKingProtectThePride. Disney’s “The Lion King” comes to theaters on July 19, 2019. *In North America, available at Disney store, and in the U.S., available at shopDisney.com and select locations at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. View the full article

This week’s “Good Morning” shot was snapped at Phantom Manor at Disneyland Park in Paris. Here, you can see the sun rising over this guest-favorite Frontierland attraction. But don’t let the sunny snapshot fool you – there are still 999 happy haunts waiting inside. View the full article

We may still be recovering from the opening of Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, but now we have some exciting new tidbits about Disney California Adventure’s upcoming Marvel Land! Concept Art for Marvel Land coming to Disney California Adventure ©Disney According to a report from Entertainment Weekly, the city of Anaheim has approved a variety of permits for the expansion! Based on these permits, we can expect a character meet-and-greet area, a retail outlet, and even a microbrewery! A temporary wall with the words “Stark Industries” hides the construction progress. Marvel Posters ©Disney We expect and hope to learn more details about Marvel Land at this year’s D23 Expo in August. Source: Entertainment Weekly Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited for Marvel Land? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Disneyland Review: Birthday Hat Macaron at Cozy Cone Motel in Disney California Adventure Disneyland Food Review: All the Cheese at Disney California Adventure’s Award Wieners For “Get Your Ears On!” NEW! Orange Vanilla Coke and Honey-Mustard Chicken Wings Found in Disney California Adventure! View the full article

It’s about that time, folks: the heat of summer is rolling in. Here at the DFB that means finding lots of tasty little frozen drinks to keep us cool while we’re hustling from ride to ride. In Disneyland’s Frontierland, Rancho Del Zocalo has a fruity drink with a floral twist: the Jamaica Freeze! Jamaica Freeze There’s no clear description of this drink on the menu placard or online, but we had to give it a sip. Look at that color! How could it not be delicious? Jamaica Freeze At $5.99, this is a pretty typically-priced specialty beverage, and it’s a sizable pour. It’s share-able if you’re looking to enjoy a snack (or two) as well. Jamaica Freeze So the flavor: we got a lot of dark cherry, with sweet and tart notes. Overall, it was lovely to drink and delivered on flavor. Whether it’s Jamaican-influenced, well, that’s debatable. Jamaica Freeze The most tropical part of the drink is the candied hibiscus flower on top, which isn’t very nice to look at. Jamaica Freeze Not only does it look… strange… it also wasn’t pleasant to eat. The floral flavor was too pronounced, and the candied aspect didn’t cut it enough. Jamaica Freeze The hibiscus might work for some, and the Jamaica Freeze itself was delicious, so we say give this one a try if you’re sweating it out in Frontierland this summer! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your stance on flowers in drinks? Let us know what you think in the comments! Related posts: NEW! Blended Horchata at Disneyland’s Rancho del Zocalo Disneyland Review: Frozen Strawberry Horchata at Disneyland’s Rancho del Zocalo Halloween Time Eats: Black Rose Dessert at Disneyland’s Red Rose Taverne View the full article

Happy weekend and Happy Father’s Day! We’ve been hard at work in the parks scoping out all the latest news for you, which is compiled here! First, a few things to remember… The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival kicks off August 29 and we’re covering it all! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is now OPEN at Disneyland and will open August 29 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Check out all our Disneyland Galaxy’s Edge coverage to start planning for Disney World (the two lands will be virtually identical!)! Now — on to the news! Peanut Butter Dream Sundae We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… Disney Food News We’re talking about the best ways to save money with the Disney Dining Plan snack credits. We reviewed new breakfast dishes at Red Rose Taverne in Disneyland. We reviewed three new treats at Jolly Holiday Bakery: Tinker Bell Coconut Cheesecake, Steamboat Willie Cupcake, and the Goofy Cookies ‘N Milk Macaron. The Main Street Cinema in Disneyland has been transformed. Check out the new Forky photo opps at Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We spotted Briar Rose Gold ears for your pet. Check out the new Imagination Pink Cake Pop at Disneyland. Three attractions in Disneyland are celebrating their 60th anniversary. We shared what’s new right now in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We reviewed the Flavors of Florida dessert at Amorette’s Patisserie. We checked out the PRIDE Sprinkle Cupcake at Sprinkles. Find out where you can get the Artisan Cotton Candy at Epcot. We checked out the Gator Tail Waffle Cone at Morimoto Asia. We ate all the foods for the ‘Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live!’ at Epcot. We reviewed the Flavor of Florida dishes at The Polite Pige. We tackled the Temple of Bacon at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar. Check out the new Disney Cats collection from Dooney & Bourke. Joffrey’s is now offering character art on your donuts in Disney Springs. Check out all the new chocolate treats at The Ganachery in Disney Springs. The new Imagination Pink merchandise has arrived! Disney Springs is celebrating Father’s Day with special eats and more. Check out the new limited time ice cream at Sprinkles. Magic Mirror Metallic merchandise line debuts at the Disney Parks. Check out the sneak peek at the D23 Expo merchandise. We shared details on how to create the ‘Up’ promposal. We checked out what’s new right now at the Magic Kingdom. Check out the adorable Rainbow Unicorn Loungefly Backpack. We spotted new Toy Story totes from HARVEYS. We shared dates and ticketing information for the 2020 Star Wars Celebration. Find out how to make reservations for Disney World’s mini golf courses. We shared a spoiler-free review of ‘Toy Story 4.’ We shared details on the new enhancements coming to the Disney Wonder. Check out the new jumbo Minnie Bow headband coming to the Disney Parks. We spotted a new, must-have Disney Parks Minis Loungefly Backpack. We reviewed the new Peanut Butter Dream Sundae at the Magic Kingdom. Check out the Toy Story friends, food, and fun at Disneyland. We shared everything you need to know about Memory Maker at Disney World. Check out all the details on the ‘Farewell IllumiNations’ merchandise coming to Epcot. We shared information on the new Burgers and Sundaes dinner experience coming to Restaurantosaurus. We looked at the reasons why some Epcot Pavilions don’t have many dining locations. The Old Fashioned Cupcake is back at Sprinkles for Father’s Day. Mobile Order has expanded to Contempo Cafe at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. We reviewed the new Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Villa del Lago at Coronado Springs. We reviewed the new Chocolate Potato Chip Donut in Disneyland. Check out this adorable Dug Loungefly Backpack. We shared the costume guidelines for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Check out the Annual Passholder dining discount happening now at Disney World. We shared details on how to get Magic Mirror Metallic ears before they were released. Check out the new cooking class for kids at Terralina Crafted Italian. The Grand Floridian Cafe added Chicken and Waffles to the menu. We shared what’s new at Disneyland this week. We shared 7 insider tips for the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival. Check out the June Hot Dog of the Month at White Water Snacks. New Animation Experience coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom this summer. Sebastian’s Bistro debuts a new dinner menu. Check out the new ‘Toy Story 4’ Monorail wrap at Disney World. We reviewed the new Mickey Waffle Wafer Toppers at the Magic Kingdom. We checked out the new FOMOsa at the Magic Kingdom. We looked at what’s NEXT for Disney’s Hollywood Studios. New DFB YouTube videos: 8 Things You SHOULD NOT Eat in Disney World, 13 Little Tweaks That Will Change Your Disney Experience, Why People Keep Ending Up at the Wrong Disney Hotel, and Things I Expected to Hate at Disney World…But Didn’t. New DFB Video — Why People Keep Ending Up in the Wrong Disney Hotel Have you subscribed to the DFB YouTube Channel? We’ve got FOUR brand new videos EVERY WEEK showcasing our adventures in Disney World and Disneyland! This week, we’re sharing our latest video — check it out — Why People Keep Ending Up in the Wrong Disney Hotel — and don’t forget to subscribe here.  Deal of the Week: Happy Father’s Day – Save 30% off Everything at the DFB Store This weekend we’re celebrating Memorial Day with a HUGE sale at the DFB Store! If you’ve been thinking about getting one of our Bundles, now’s the time to do it! Just use promo code DADSDAY at checkout, and save 30% off of everything in the store. You SAVE EVEN MORE with one of our best-selling Bundles. We’ve bundled our books together into the ideal package to save you the most money possible. Since our bundles are already highly discounted, the extra 30% off makes them a steal. And, we have a bundle for every need. Looking for our DFB Guide, plus a more in depth look into the snacks in each park? Then our best-selling DFB Guide PLUS Snacks Bundle is for you. Looking for ALL of our DFB Guides in one Bundle? Check out our DFB Everything Bundle! Enter promo code DADSDAY at checkout to receive 30% off of any DFB Guide, Bundle, or Gift Certificate at the DFBStore.com. DFB Reader Finds If you find a fun new food — or other edible awesomeness — in or around Disney, share a photo with us on instagram, facebook, or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds each Sunday. We love sharing food tips with all of our readers and we love it more when they let us know about foods they love! DFB reader Nate Cantelmi stopped by Pongu Pongu in Pandora and checked out the Night Blossom and the Pongu Lumpia and said “Great recommendations! Love both!” Two great choices in Pandora! Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share a photo with us on instagram, facebook, or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds. On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared these fun Le Creuset Mickey Mouse set! WDW for Grownups shared a review of lunch at Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante. Oh My Disney shared a funny food quiz based on eats from ‘Beauty and the Beast.’ Disney Family shared fun recipes for a Pixar movie marathon. Don’t Miss ANY Disney Food News! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Related posts: Disney Food News This Week: New Eats, Secret Menus, Free Cupcakes, and MORE Disney Food News This Week: Star Wars News, Mickey’s 90th Birthday, and MORE! We’re Tackling THE TEMPLE OF BACON At Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar! View the full article

It goes without saying that the Walt Disney Company is one of the most widely recognized corporations on the planet, and the Company’s theme parks are cornerstones of the entertainment giant’s brand. Walt Disney Company Logo But of the Company’s six parks, how many are actually owned and operated by the Walt Disney Company? The answer: only SOME of the Disney Theme Parks around the world are exclusively Disney owned and operated. So, it’s Disney…but NOT Disney? We’ll break it down for you. Disneyland Resort Walt’s park is, indeed, 100% Walt Disney Company-owned today. Although when the Park was constructed, Walt himself only owned 16.55% of the shares while the Walt Disney Company partnered with two other companies to compile funding for the project. By 1960, though, the Company bought out its partners; and by 1988 the Company had complete ownership — including the final 1988 acquisition of Disneyland Hotel which had, until that point, been owned by Jack Wrather. What’s the most expensive meal in Disneyland? Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea The Tokyo Parks — Disney’s first in Asia — are owned and operated 100% by Oriental Land Company. That’s right: Disney has no ownership of Tokyo Disneyland or DisneySea. Oriental Land Company itself is owned by a handful of Japanese companies, and the Resort pays a licensing fee to Disney for both characters and names. But despite that international ownership, Disney Imagineers still design the Parks’ attractions, and Disney keeps employees on property to maintain standards. Tokyo DisneySea Chandu Tail Walt Disney World This is the second Park the Walt Disney Company fully owns, but even this deal wasn’t entirely Disney-owned and -built in the very beginning. The Resort’s first two hotels — Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort — were built by U.S. Steel and bought out under the leadership of Roy Disney in 1971. Contemporary Resort Of course, the Company’s ownership and control in Walt Disney World goes even further, as the Florida legislature approved the Reedy Creek Improvement District and essentially allows the Company full control over planning and development on its property. You can see all the details on the Reedy Creek Improvement District in this video!  Disneyland Paris Disneyland Paris has seen its share of ups and downs over the past 27 years, and to this day it remains the only Disney Park in Europe. And up until 2017, Disney shared ownership of the park with Kingdom Holding Company (whose founder and chairman is Saudi Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal), which owned 23.3% of Disneyland Paris. In 2017, the Walt Disney Company bought out enough shares of the stock to force a mandatory buy-out and took over 100% ownership. Through the transition, Disneyland Paris continued to be operated by Euro Disney S.C.A., a subsidiary of the Walt Disney Company. Disneyland Paris Hong Kong Disneyland This Disney Park is owned as a partnership between the Walt Disney Company and the government of Hong Kong, where Disney owns 47% and the government 53%. The partnership even has a name: Hongkong International Theme Parks Limited. While Disney is a minority shareholder, the Company does directly oversee operations at the Park. Marvel Expansion Coming to Hong Kong Disneyland Shanghai Disneyland Similar to the Hong Kong property, Shanghai Disneyland is owned by a partnership between the Walt Disney Company and the government of China. This partnership is called Shanghai Shendi Group. In this case, Disney owns 43% and China 57%. Park operations are tasked to a management company that is 70% owned by Disney. Zootopia Shanghai Concept Art ©Disney So, interestingly, many of the Disney parks aren’t entirely DISNEY parks! But from the development expected in Parks around the globe, one thing is clear (even if ownership isn’t): the demand for magic remains high. For more information about the history of Disney Parks ownership, see this article by Attractions Magazine and this chronology by Ken Polsson. Did you know about the Disney Parks not fully owned by Walt Disney Company? Let us know what you think about this fun (or frustrating) factoid in the comments! Related posts: Why You Won’t See Spiderman in Disney World: The Weird Glitch that Keeps Marvel Out of Florida’s Magic Kingdom DFB Video: 8 Ways Disney Stays Ahead of Their Competition Chinese Chili Popcorn Debuts at Tokyo Disney View the full article

This week, along with several Father’s Day-related stories, we shared some exciting announcements, including the return of “Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live!” at Epcot. From now until August 18, you can catch “Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live!” five times a day at the America Gardens Theatre at Epcot and see Star-Lord and Gamora in person as a 7-piece alien band brings timeless classics from the 70s and 80 to life. Baby Groot even makes an appearance! We also posted a special story highlighting favorite AWESOME eats and sips created just for this intergalactic concert. For more details about this out-of-this-world musical event and how you can experience it this summer at Epcot, visit our “Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live!” Returns story. And many of you know, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is all about living your own Star Wars story. This week, we also shared helpful information for off-worlders visiting Batuu and dressing in attire befitting their stories. While costumes may not be worn by guests 14 years of age or older, appropriate bounding—dressing in outfits inspired by Star Wars—is permitted. Visit Kevin’s original Bounding for Your Visit to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort for a look at permitted attire. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. Celebrate Father’s Day With Our Wallpaper Featuring Pongo and His Puppies from ’101 Dalmatians’ – We’re celebrating Father’s Day with this brand-new Disney Parks Blog wallpaper. This design, created by artist Ashley Taylor, features lovable dad Pongo and his pups from the 1961 film, “101 Dalmatians.” New and Favorite Toy Story Adventures Now Playing at Disneyland Resort – With Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” hitting theaters June 21, 2019, now is the perfect time to live out your Toy Story adventures at the Disneyland Resort. Here are a few ways to join Buzz, Woody, Bo Peep and the gang on your next visit this summer. Women Behind the Magic: The Passion and Skill That Brought Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to Life – To kick off our new #WomenBehindtheMagic blog series, we’re excited to introduce you to several women who brought the planet Batuu to life in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, now open at Disneyland Resort and opening August 29 at Walt Disney World Resort. New Orleans and Princess Tiana Take Center Stage in Enhancements Coming to the Disney Wonder – The world of “The Princess and the Frog” will come to life in new ways on the Disney Wonder this fall with the addition of an exciting New Orleans-themed lounge that will transport guests deeper into the heart of the city’s iconic French Quarter. Find Your #HappyPlace: Imagination Pink and Magic Mirror Metallic Hit Disney Parks & shopDisney.com – Calling all fashionistas looking to rock their #DisneyStyle! TWO brand-new color trends have landed at Disney Parks and shopDisney.com: Imagination Pink and Magic Mirror Metallic. VIDEO: Celebrating 60 Years of Disneyland Monorail, Matterhorn Bobsleds and Submarine Voyage at Disneyland Park – On Friday, Disneyland Park celebrated 60 magical years of three iconic attractions: Disneyland Monorail, Matterhorn Bobsleds and Submarine Voyage, which is now the re-imagined Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage. View the full article

Father’s Day is TOMORROW and Disney World has a plethora of limited-time cupcakes to celebrate the special occasion! We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite Father’s Day Cupcakes you can find around property. Port Orleans Resort Father’s Day Cupcake At Port Orleans Resort – Riverside and French Quarter, you’ll find a decadent Chocolate Stout Cupcake! Port Orleans Resort Father’s Day Cupcakes The chocolate cupcake is topped with buttercream frosting, chocolate-covered pretzels, and a mustache! Guinness Stout is in the cupcake and the chocolate ganache filling, so it DOES contain alcohol. Port Orleans Resort Father’s Day Cupcakes If you’re at Disney Springs this weekend, you can grab an Old-Fashioned Cupcake at Sprinkles! ©Sprinkles These cupcakes offer a tangy orange flavor and are covered with a bourbon brown sugar buttercream frosting. An orange candy wedge provides the final touch! At Epcot’s Sunshine Seasons, you can purchase a super cute cupcake in the shape of a beer mug. The German chocolate chiffon cake is filled with condensed chocolate buttercream and topped with condensed milk buttercream. ©Alan Arras You can grab this one starting at 11:00 tomorrow morning. Sunshine Seasons’ cupcakes typically run between $4.59 and $5.99, so we’re guessing the price will be in that neighborhood. You can likely use a Disney Dining Plan snack credit for it as well. ©Megan Kelley If you’re at The Artist’s Palette in Saratoga Springs, you can grab a Father’s Day Chocolate Cupcake with Mint Chocolate Filling (with a golf theme well in keeping with this Resort that’s home to the Lake Buena Vista Golf Course). Saratoga Springs – Father’s Day Cupcake This bright green cupcake is $5.99 or a DDP snack credit. At Boardwalk Bakery, we found yet another Father’s Day cupcake and this one is dressed up in a bow tie! Boardwalk Bakery – Father’s Day Cupcake A vanilla cupcake is filled with chocolate caramel mousse and some sort of caramel-coffee syrup to create this treat. The cupcake is topped with whipped cream frosting and a chocolate-dipped marshmallow! Boardwalk Bakery – Father’s Day Cupcakes 2 You’ll find this cupcake at Boardwalk Bakery for $5.99 or a DDP snack credit. Finally, you can grab a SUPER fun and unique cupcake at the All-Star Resorts! The cupcakes are the same at each resort, but you’ll find a different liner at All-Star Sports than Movies and Music. All-Star Sports – Father’s Day Cupcakes This chocolate cupcake is filled with caramel buttercream and topped with MAPLE BACON, maple buttercream, and a gummy tie! The All-Star resorts have been slaying the cupcake game lately. All-Star Movies and Music – Father’s Day Cupcake You can get this cupcake for $5.99 or a DDP snack credit. All Star Movies and Music – Father’s Day Cupcakes Thanks for joining us on our Father’s Day cupcake crawl! We love any opportunity to spoil our dads (and ourselves, TBH) with new Disney World cupcakes! These will likely not stick around too many days beyond Father’s Day, so be sure to grab one while you can! Which one of these limited-time cupcakes is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s New Around Walt Disney World: August 18, 2016 News: Celebrate Mickey’s Birthday with Special Disney World Treats This Weekend Only! ALL the LIMITED TIME TREATS Coming to Disney World and Disneyland for MICKEY’S 90TH BIRTHDAY Celebration!! View the full article

The On the Green Grill is a Disney operated Quick Service location that is located right next to Shades of Green’s Magnolia Pool. For many years Shades of Green ran this location through a sub-contractor. But several years ago operation switched back to Disney. The Grill is literally steps away from the pool, making it […] The post On the Green Grill Review – Convenient to Shades of Green’s Magnolia Pool appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Disneyland’s Jolly Holiday has been killing the snack game lately, and the newest sweet treat is no exception. Joining the new Steamboat Willie Cupcake and Tinker Bell Coconut Cheesecake is the…wait for it… S’mores Brownie S’MORES BROWNIE!!! This super moist cupcake-shaped brownie is piled high with chocolate, chocolate chips, toasted gooey marshmallows, and graham cracker pieces. That’s one stunner of a brownie, right? If you’ve ever done a “cheese pull”, you can actually do a s’mores marshmallow pull with this thing! S’mores Brownie The brownie is very chocolatey and the layer of marshmallows is just right, with the slight toasting adding the perfect “campfire” touch. The graham crackers were completely soft, though, and we were missing that classic crunch. Altogether, this treat was still a great snack! S’mores Brownies You can grab the S’mores Brownie at Jolly Holiday for $4.99 before the Annual Passholder discount. Who says you have to go camping to enjoy s’mores? Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews here!! Are you going to try the new S’mores Brownie? Let us know what you think in the comments! Related posts: Get Your Ears On at Disneyland’s Jolly Holiday with Sweet and Savory Treats! A Candy-Covered Brownie at Disneyland’s Jolly Holiday — and a NEW Park Map! REVIEW: Steamboat Willie Cupcake at Jolly Holiday Bakery in Disneyland View the full article

For all our like-minded peanut butter lovers, we found a new treat for you! We spotted a DELICIOUS Chocolate Peanut Butter Hand Pie at Jolly Holiday in Disneyland! Chocolate Peanut Butter Hand Pie Peanut butter and chocolate are two of my primary food groups, so I was momentarily awestruck when I saw it in the bakery case. We clearly couldn’t resist trying this treat out for ourselves and let me tell you, it was worth it! The pie was moist and flaky with a scrumptious chocolate filling. It’s topped with peanut butter-chocolate frosting, chocolate chips, WHITE chocolate chips, and peanuts! Chocolate Peanut Butter Hand Pie The chocolate-peanut butter frosting seemed to be freshly whipped and just melts in your mouth. The peanut butter taste is very prominent, so it’s the perfect treat for peanut butter fans! Chocolate Peanut Butter Hand Pie You can pick up the Chocolate Peanut Butter Hand Pie for $4.99 at Jolly Holiday, before the Annual Passholder discount. I just might have to get another one for myself! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think about Jolly Holiday’s newest treat? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: NEW! Disneyland’s Jolly Holiday Carrot Cake Cupcake Pixar Fest Eats: Peanut Butter and Jelly Eclairs at Jolly Holiday Bakery in Disneyland Pixar Fest Eats: Adventure Tart Inspired by UP! at Jolly Holiday Bakery View the full article

It seems like there’s a holiday for everything these days… and I’m not mad about it! Today is National Lobster Day so we’ve rounded up a few lobster-centric dishes to try at Disney World! Lobster Mac and Cheese If you’re at Disney Springs, head over to the Mac & Cheese Food Truck, where you will find some delicious Lobster and Shrimp Mac & Cheese! Mac & Cheese Food Truck Sign Today only, you can get a $3 discount off the original price, bringing the total down to $10 after tax. If you’re there today, be sure to ask for the discount! Also in Disney Springs, you can grab a lobster-themed Salty Caramel Cupcake from Sprinkles! These are super cute and a great way to celebrate National Lobster Day… even if you aren’t a fan of lobster . National Lobster Day Cupcake How adorable is that??? National Lobster Day Cupcakes You know we love the Grand Floridian Cafe, so we HAD to give a little love to the Lobster Thermidor Burger. Lobster Thermidor Burger This mouth-watering burger is smothered in lobster-parmesan Thermidor sauce and is served with a side of French fries for $24. Lobster Thermidor Burger You really can’t go wrong with choosing any (or all) of these delicious food items to celebrate National Lobster Day! Which one of these lobster-ific dishes is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: New Cocktails at House of Blues in Disney Springs! Disney World Splitsville Cast Member Special Offers Breakfast Cereal Cupcakes Return To Sprinkles TODAY! — See When You’ll Find Your Favorite! View the full article

Hope you’re enjoying a great weekend so far! We’re back with another DFB Video this weekend, and we’re talking about things we expected to hate in Walt Disney World… but didn’t! You may think Florida rain might mess up your trip… but it’s not so bad! Admittedly, things like waiting in long lines for rides and unpredictable weather give us cause for concern over what might not go so well in Walt Disney World. But there are plenty of things we were uncertain about — or were even concerned we wouldn’t like — in Walt Disney World that have turned out better than expected… in some cases, much better! We hope you’ll enjoy hearing about them 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: What pleasant surprises have you enjoyed in Disney World? Related posts: DFB Video: 11 Things Disney World Pros Do, And You Should, Too DFB Video: Tips for Eating Gluten Free in Walt Disney World DFB Video: Must-Eat Disney World Snacks for CHEESE LOVERS! View the full article

Red Rose Taverne in Disneyland’s Fantasyland is the little overlay that could. Back in 2017, Disneyland Park reimagined its historic Village Haus as part of the company’s celebration of the release of the live-action Beauty and the Beast. But the last petal still hasn’t fallen, and Red Rose Taverne appears to be a sticking around indefinitely. Red Rose Taverne So when we’re in Disneyland, we always pop by to see what’s cookin’ in this poor, provincial town, and recently we discovered a couple new breakfast dishes we had to try. Both have the opportunity to enchant the diner — but will they be… wait for it… delicious? Breakfast at Red Rose Taverne The Beast’s Breakfast Burger and the Stuffed French Toast are essentially polar opposites — fitting, of course, for the story of Belle and the Beast. Stuffed French Toast and Breakfast Burger The Beast’s Breakfast Burger is a hearty, 1/3 Angus patty topped with rosemary-maple cream cheese, bacon, and scrambled eggs. That’s three types of protein in one bite — ideal for a carnivorous Beast. Beast’s Breakfast Burger This is a substantial burger and more than enough food for one (unless that one happens to be, you know, the Beast himself), and it was a decent (though unfortunately dry) quick service burger. The rosemary-maple cream cheese is the surprise element in this and adds a hint of sweetness and freshness. Beast’s Breakfast Burger If you prefer to start your day with a hit of sugar and a slab of carbs, the Stuffed French Toast will be more your speed. This breakfast is sweet on top of sweet — with a side of bacon. Stuffed French Toast The filling between two pieces of French toast is sweetened cream cheese, and combined with the berry compote on top, there’s more than enough sugar to get you fired up for your first ride of the day. Let’s just say: it comes with a side of maple syrup, but you don’t need it. Stuffed French Toast Look, Red Rose Taverne doesn’t appear to be going anywhere, but we’re still kids at heart who can sing “Be Our Guest” at any moment, so we are here for the overlay, as long as it stays. And the breakfast here (which was hit-or-miss on our first visit back in the day) is okay! You’re not expecting French perfection from a quick service spot, but you’ll be full, some of the flavors are interesting, and you’re smack dab in the heart of Fantasyland so you can dance your way to your next attraction easily. We say: every day like the one before isn’t so bad at Red Rose Taverne. Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you tried the Red Rose Taverne since its opening in 2017? What movie overlay would you love to see at a Disney Parks restaurant? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Review and Food Photos: New Menu Items at Red Rose Taverne in Disneyland Park! Review and Food Photos: Breakfast at Disneyland’s Galactic Grill! Halloween Time Eats: Black Rose Dessert at Disneyland’s Red Rose Taverne View the full article

In our Disney Doodles series, Disney artists take turns imagining what different Disney characters would do or see first if they had the chance to visit a Disney park. In this Saturday edition of our series, artist Evan Peltier imagines where Lilo and Stitch would venture to if they were to visit Epcot. “Lilo and Stitch found a friend in the aquarium at Coral Reef Restaurant!” Evan said. “It’s Pudge the fish!” View the full article

Disney Cruise Line is expanding its collection of luxury shopping experiences with the addition of a Tiffany & Co. store aboard the Disney Dream, opening today. You can now experience this premier jewelry and iconic American luxury brand inside a glamorous boutique located on deck four near the ship’s grand atrium. The new Tiffany & Co. location aboard the Disney Dream offers the same sophisticated shopping experience as the brand’s store on the Disney Fantasy, including impeccable service and legendary style. From timeless collections of jewelry to luxury accessories, including the effortlessly elegant Tiffany T and Tiffany Paper Flowers collections, the renowned Tiffany & Co. diamonds are aplenty in these shipboard stores. Plus, the one-of-a-kind sterling silver necklace developed exclusively for Disney Cruise Line guests is only available at Tiffany & Co. aboard the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy. Whether you’re shopping for an engagement, anniversary or simply to treat yourself, a visit to Tiffany & Co. while sailing at sea is a special excursion you won’t want to miss. View the full article