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If you’re looking for a classic burger meal and a yummy sundae to top off your day in DinoLand, U.S.A., this new dinner experience is definitely for you! Our paleontology students have conspired to open a fun and exclusive burger joint right at Restaurantosaurus, giving families a great way to enjoy hand-crafted burgers and a build-your-own sundae bar. For just one price, you can select an entrée and a side dish and even build your own sundae! On the menu are gourmet burgers, a chicken sandwich, a veggie burger, and a salad. For the sides, choose from fries or onion rings served with a delicious house-made dipping sauce. Plus, your dinner also includes a non-alcoholic beverage. When you order, you’ll receive a token that can be redeemed for a bowl with two oh-so-yummy scoops of delicious ice cream, which you can then take over to the toppings bar to build your own dig site sundae with an abundance of selections to choose from. And in addition to savoring these burgers and treats, guests will be able to color with fun dinosaur stencils while cast members entertain them with games and stories of the paleontology students who created the restaurant. Restaurantosaurus Burgers and Sundaes is only available only during dinner on select nights and is $22.99 plus tax for adults and $14.99 plus tax for children ages 3-9. Alcoholic beverages will also be available for purchase. This experience can also count as one quick-service meal entitlement on the Disney Dining Plan. Quick service dining at Restaurantosaurus will still be available. Guests partaking in this new dinner experience will check in at a designated register where they will be escorted to a table in a separate dining room. Reservations will be open starting tomorrow and can be made by calling 407 WDW-DINE (407 939-3463) or by visiting the Walt Disney World Resort website. Walk-ups are welcome but subject to availability. View the full article

This Fourth of July, Disney Vacation Club Members are invited to celebrate Independence Day in distinctive fashion at the Top of the World Lounge atop Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Held on July 4, 2019 from 7:30–9:30 p.m., this Membership Magic event will include a buffet of small bites and desserts, along with beer and wine for those ages 21 or older, of course. Capping the intimate gathering is “Disney’s Celebrate America!—A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky.” While this holiday fireworks spectacular promises to draw capacity crowds to Magic Kingdom Park, members attending this special celebration at the Top of the World Lounge will take in the show from the enviable position of the Bay Lake Tower rooftop. The event costs $110 (plus tax and gratuity) per person, and members may call Member Services at (800) 800-9800 for reservations. As a part of Membership Extras, an incidental benefit, these Member benefits are subject to change, availability or termination and may require a fee. Membership Extras are available with eligible ownership interests. Visit http://disneyvacationclub.com/memextraspolicy for more information. View the full article

One of my favorite parts of vacation is indulging in specialty coffee to get my day started. That means no matter which Disney ship I’m cruising on, I head straight to the adult-exclusive Cove Café for my morning pick-me-up. On my last Disney cruise, I tried a drink that I have to share with you—the Turmeric Latte. This spicy and creamy drink, which can be served either hot or iced, includes Golden Turmeric Elixir syrup, a blend of turmeric, ginger, black pepper, cinnamon, and organic vanilla extracts, sweetened with Australian raw sugar. The spice is balanced with milk, which softens the taste and gives the drink a creamy texture. Because the Turmeric Elixir gives the latte a golden color, the drink is most popularly called “Golden Milk.” If you’re in need of a dose of caffeine, try it with a shot of espresso. Take a look at this video to see how you can make it at home…and feel like you’re on vacation, too. No matter which venue you visit on a Disney ship to get a specialty drink, you’ll have your pick of one-of-a-kind concoctions hand-crafted by our expert baristas and bartenders. View the full article

If you’ve ever reviewed a list of dining options in Epcot’s World Showcase at Walt Disney World, you may have noticed that some pavilions have more eateries than others. France and Japan, in particular, not only have several restaurants each, they’re both in the process of adding new restaurants as well, which will bring the restaurant total in France to five and in Japan to four. So why do Epcot’s France and Japan have so many restaurants each while Canada can’t even get a quick service spot? World Showcase The answer to this question is a little complicated. You may think that the inequality is due to French and Japanese cuisine being more celebrated in the real world, and thus restaurants in these pavilions are naturally more popular. (Of course, Le Cellier in Canada is popular in its own right, but Canadian cuisine isn’t exactly lauded in general.) But this answer is the simplest part of the explanation. Le Cellier Steakhouse That’s because Epcot’s World Showcase pavilions have a bit of politics and economics going on behind the scenes. All of the original pavilions that opened in 1982 were financially backed by private companies hailing from those countries — with the exceptions of Canada and China. Morocco was added in 1984, and, as many fans know, the pavilion was sponsored by the government of Morocco (although a third party runs their restaurants). And in 1988, Norway opened with a small investment from the nation of Norway but a much larger contribution from a business consortium. (See Yesterland’s comprehensive look at World Showcase history here). Morocco Pavilion Waterfront Today, businesses are the name of the game in most pavilions, including Japan, were the Mitsukoshi department store owns the dining establishments in the pavilion (as well as the popular store). Mitsukoshi is also the group behind Japan’s new signature restaurant, Takumi-Tei, currently under construction and set to open in summer 2019. Japan Signature Restaurant Construction In France, the Bocuse family — headed now by Chef Jerome Bocuse who took over for his father, world-renowned Chef Paul Bocuse — operates all the eateries in the pavilion (including the forthcoming Creperie). Creperie Concept Art ©Disney So behind these popular restaurants are powerful people and organizations which have established relationships with Disney and are willing to invest money, time, knowledge, and effort in creating more experiences for guests. Meanwhile the Canada pavilion was fraught with tension from the start. The Walt Disney Company sought funding for the pavilion from the Canadian government, but Canada rejected the plans Disney had for the pavilion, saying that the designs were too stereotypical. Disney proceeded without the blessing of (or funding from) the Canadian government. Canada Design So does this old feud prevent Canada from expanding, or is it simpler than that: people just aren’t familiar with Canada’s cuisine and so multiple restaurants aren’t necessary? And if that’s so, how does this explain the prevalence of poutine — Canada’s loaded French fry export — all over Walt Disney World? (The Daily Poutine in Disney Springs is, you know, an entire restaurant serving just poutine!) Daily Poutine Oktoberfest Poutine So clearly there’s a desire for the Canadian French fry specialty, as well as the Cheddar Cheese Soup made popular by Le Cellier that’s been sought-after as a snack at Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival and that appeared at Refreshment Port for a time as well (see that here!). Would additional specialty items like maple butter, beavertails, and tourtiere also be popular if they were introduced to Epcot guests? BeaverTails, in fact, had a bit of a moment in the Canada Pavilion in a food stall run by the Montreal-based BeaverTails company that’s popular in Canada proper. These fan-favorite fried dough treats were available for years before the kiosk disappeared in 2004. So we have to think there’s a market for all of Canada’s unique eats. Beavertails from Disney Cruise Line’s Canada Itinerary As Canada continues to operate only one restaurant while France and Japan continue to expand, we’ve come to the conclusion that the lack of financial backing — from the Canadian government or from corporations — has resulted in the meagre offerings in the pavilion. We hope that as Epcot’s growth manifests over the next few years, the lovely Canada pavilion will get a little more love — that is, if politics and history can get out of the way of some great eats. Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is now available! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which Epcot pavilion is your favorite for food? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Review: Is Epcot’s Le Cellier Still Quality Signature Dining? Le Cellier Secret Menu Item: Annual Passholder Poutine! Here’s What We Can’t WAIT To Try At The 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! View the full article

We’ve got some exciting news for all the Sprinkles Cupcakes fans out there. Sprinkles is bringing back its popular Old-Fashioned Cupcake from June 14 through June 16! ©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! If you’re still in need of a Father’s Day gift, Sprinkles has it covered. The Old-Fashioned Cupcake is included in its Dad Box! ©Sprinkles The Old-Fashioned Cupcake is only available Father’s Day weekend, so don’t forget to swing by Sprinkles to try one! Have you tried the Old-Fashioned Cupcakes? If you have, let us know what you think in the comments! Related posts: First Look and Review! Sprinkles Cupcakes in Disney Springs Town Center Review: Lemon Meringue and German Chocolate Seasonal Cupcake Flavors at Sprinkles in Disney Springs What’s NEW At Disney Springs? A WHOLE LOT! Check it out…. View the full article

Recently, 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 today brings the next addition… Contempo Cafe in the Contemporary Resort Contempo Café in Disney’s Contemporary Resort is now live on Mobile Order! Contempo Café on Mobile Order screenshot 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. Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup with Homemade Chips at Contempo Cafe Up until now the feature has primarily been available in the Disney World parks, with a few exceptions. But the expansion to Resort counter service options is set to continue with The Mara at Animal Kingdom Lodge in the coming weeks, and we’ll be keeping an eye out for you! Are you excited that Mobile Order is expanding to Disney World Resort hotels? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Mobile Order Expanding to Quick Service Restaurants in Select Walt Disney World Resort Hotels Review: New Bakery Items at Contemporary Resort’s Contempo Cafe (Did Somebody Say “Peanut Butter Pie”?) Review: The EAT THIS NOW Churro Cupcake from Contempo Cafe View the full article

As regular readers know, we’re celebrating the farewell season of “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” at Epcot this summer. And today, we have a sneak peek of special, limited-time “IllumiNations” merchandise you’ll be able to find at the park beginning June 17 while supplies last. This marvelously magical “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” “farewell” T-shirt featuring Mickey Mouse and matching cap will be available at select merchandise locations at Epcot next week. Other items in the collection include a limited-release pin starring Mickey Mouse as well as a colorful MagicBand paying tribute to the show’s breathtaking display of lasers, lights and fireworks. Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will also have an exclusive opportunity to purchase a fabulous Figment raglan-style shirt and limited-edition pin at Mouse Gear at Epcot. Remember to use your 20% Passholder discount on both collectibles. This summer, join us around World Showcase Lagoon for “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” and grab our newest collectibles featuring the nighttime spectacular. And keep reading the Disney Parks Blog in the months ahead for more on “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” as well as new experiences coming to Epcot. View the full article

We’re kicking off Tuesday with a new digital wallpaper created especially for Disney Parks Blog readers! And as you can see, our latest artwork features the classic entrance of Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort. This colorful wallpaper, created by Jason “Tiki” Tackett, is his homage to early Epcot, complete with nods to original Epcot attractions such as Communicore, Horizons, World of Motion, the original Journey Into Imagination, and The Land. Look closer and you’ll also see elements of the original entry plaza – some of which are returning in a reimagined way as part of the current transformation of the park. Add this wallpaper to your desktop or mobile device now, and please be sure to check out the terms of use about using the wallpaper before you download it. View the full article

Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort is in the midst of a huge transformation. Learn About: Three Bridges Bar & Grill Disney World Restaurants The Resort will welcome the new Gran Destino Tower on July 9th. The Tower will add 545 guest rooms (including 50 suites) to the Resort. It will also deliver rooftop dining with the upcoming Toledo — Tapas, Steak & Seafood restaurant and two lounges: Dahlia Lounge and Barcelona Lounge. But those aren’t the only changes to the Resort. In fact, our visit today is all about a brand new addition to the original section of Coronado Springs. And you’ll find it by strolling along any one of the new bridges that join three sections of the Resort on Lago Dorado. Welcome to the newly open Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Villa del Lago! Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Villa del Lago Atmosphere Three Bridges Bar & Grill brings over-the-water dining to Coronado Springs Resort. Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Villa del Lago Approaching the restaurant from any of the three bridges offers a view of an open-air spot with plenty of seating space to welcome you in… Three Bridges Bar & Grill Three Bridges Bar & Grill There is no shortage of seating from which to choose. You can belly right up at the bar. Three Bridges Bar & Grill Or you can opt for one of the many cozy chairs with low tables to stay and lounge awhile. Three Bridges Bar & Grill Three Bridges Bar & Grill Perhaps you’d enjoy a place by the fire? Three Bridges Bar & Grill Three Bridges Bar & Grill Of course, you could just choose your seat in order to focus solely on that waterfront view! Three Bridges Bar & Grill Three Bridges Bar & Grill The spot is reminiscent in several respects to Geyser Point Bar & Grill at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, which offers similar seating styles and setup, along with views of the water. But there are differences to note. First, Geyser Point offers a counter service component, whereas Three Bridges Bar & Grill is all lounge-style. Three Bridges Bar & Grill And, of course, it features decorative elements that are well in keeping with Coronado Springs Resort. Three Bridges Bar & Grill Three Bridges Bar & Grill Three Bridges Bar & Grill You may even spy a glimpse or two of some good old Disney whimsy tucked right in! (“DuckTales! WOO-ooo!”) Three Bridges Bar & Grill Uncle Scrooge! Scrooge McDuck at Three Bridges Bar & Grill The setting is relaxed and fun… and even romantic. In short, it’s got it all. It’s even got… FOOD . Let’s dig in. Eats Bar drinks and Grill eats make up the menu at Three Bridges Bar & Grill! Because it’s a lounge-style setting, let’s do exactly what the menu suggests… Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Villa del Lago Menu .. and start with drinks! The Sangria Collection offers your choice of White, Red, or Rosé by the glass or pitcher. Three Bridges Bar & Grill Menu Specialty Cocktails include a Santa Maria Collins, Port de Colada, and the Gran Gin Tonic, which will also be a highlighted cocktail in the Gran Destino Tower’s Barcelona Lounge once it opens in July. Three Bridges Bar & Grill Menu Three Bridges Bar & Grill Menu Sherry Cobbler and Espumoso Punch You can peruse the Beer, Cider, and Hard Sparkling Water selections. Three Bridges Bar & Grill Menu Three Bridges Bar & Grill Menu And Wine is available by the glass or by the bottle. Three Bridges Bar & Grill Menu Spanish Specialty Coffee drinks are also available. Three Bridges Bar & Grill Menu Café Bombon and Barraquito Visiting on a cool night? You’re covered with some Hot Beverages. Three Bridges Bar & Grill Menu And there are also choices for those drinking “Zero Proof” (non-alcoholic)! A Berry Mint Smash and Prickly Pear Te Limonada go to show that thought and creativity has gone into the mocktails, too. Three Bridges Bar & Grill Menu And now for FOOD! Three Bridges Bar & Grill Spread The offerings start with Spreadable/Dippable/Shareable options including a Curry-Lentil Hummus served with Naan Bread and crackers and Szechuan Peppercorn Wings. Three Bridges Bar & Grill Menu Sandwich/Salads/Entrees feature Crispy Chicken Biscuit Sliders and Harissa Lamb Chops among the offerings. And you can finish with some Warm Churros or a Vanilla Custard Mickey Tart for Dessert. But we’ve only just begun… We started our meal with two of the Specialty Cocktails, taking suggestions from our server with the Sherry Cobbler and the Espumoso Punch. Sherry Cobbler and Espumoso Punch The Espumoso Punch is blended Fonseca Bin 27 Port with Combier Crème de Mure, lime, orange, and Freixenet Blac de Blacs Brut Cava… all garnished with fresh fruit. Espumoso Punch It’s served slightly frozen with the emphasis on the sparkling wine, but with a great burst of fruit flavors. The wine especially pairs well with the orange. It’s a great drink on its own… but it was slightly outshone by the Sherry Cobbler. Emilio Hidalgo Pedro Ximenez Sherry is mixed with sweet & sour and orange, and is also served with fresh fruit. Sherry Cobbler The sour and orange flavors mixing with the hint of raisin flavor from the sherry is simply terrific. The drink may appear too brown at first glance from what you’re expecting with the name, but it’s worth it. That said, it is quite sweet, making one plenty enough. But it’s a good one. Moving on to the Spreadable/Dippable/Shareable appetizers… Appetizers The signature appetizer of the house is the Warm Manchego and Oaxaca Cheese Dip served with house-made blue tortilla chips. Warm Manchego and Oaxaca Cheese Dip When served, it was all drizzled with fresh squeezed lime by our seriously awesome and knowledgeable server. (Thanks, Lauri!) Warm Manchego and Oaxaca Cheese Dip The highlight here are the hints of heat and smoke from the chorizo lending even more flavor to the cheese. You could seriously eat this whole thing with a spoon, and it deserves its signature status. The Fried Shrimp Corn Dogs come with Smoked Paprika Fries. They are served with a remoulade and a lemon aioli for dipping. Fried Shrimp Corn Dogs The Florida Sun Shrimp which make up the “dogs” are surrounded by thick, golden cornbread. Fried Shrimp Corn Dog The sweetness from the shrimp pairs well with the dipping sauces, and they’re for sure an awesome choice (one of the favorites from the night)! Fried Shrimp Corn Dogs From the Sandwiches/Salads/Entrees, you can probably already tell from their entry on the menu that the Harissa Lamb Chops are not your typical bar food. Harissa Lamb Chops They’re served with mint yogurt, cucumber and tomato relish, and pita. The chops have a beautiful char lending a crisp on the outside. Harissa Lamb Chops The meat is super tender and so nicely seasoned with a slight salt and pepper kick (though not spicy). Harissa Lamb Chops And it tastes terrific with the mix of harissa and cooling mint yogurt. The Grilled Skirt Steak is served atop a baguette with pepper relish and topped with a perfectly cooked egg. Classic! Grilled Skirt Steak Seriously. Perfect. Grilled Skirt Steak It’s also super tasty together with the sweet and spicy relish. Grilled Skirt Steak Oh, and the steak is good, too ! For Dessert, the Warm Churros here are not exactly like what you receive in a park. The whole batch is super light and fluffy, and not remotely greasy. Warm Churros They are also rolled in esplette pepper sugar for just a slightly different flavor. Warm Churros The one potential improvement here is that the chocolate sauce could be thicker. There is more to the Vanilla Custard Mickey Tart than the name implies. Mickey is served with compressed pineapple and a tropical sorbet. Vanilla Custard Mickey Tart The vanilla custard tart features a graham cracker crust, and when it comes together with the pineapple and the huge burst of lemon from the tropical sorbet, the flavors and textures really pop! Vanilla Custard Mickey Tart We enjoyed our desserts with two of the Spanish Specialty Coffee drinks. Desserts with Spanish Specialty Coffees The Café Bombon (a non-alcoholic drink) is espresso with the unexpected (but quite delicious, as it turns out) addition of sweetened condensed milk. Café Bombon The espresso and sweetened condensed milk also form the base of the Barraquito, which features Licor 43, foamed milk, and lemon zest as well. Barraquito It’s full of flavor yet not overpowering, with the espresso and liquor blending well together. It’s worth coming back for, and was a great way to end our first visit to Three Bridges Bar & Grill. Overall Okay, Three Bridges Bar & Grill is pretty darn great. Creative cocktails and tasty food in a simultaneously relaxing and fun setting — complete with a great view! — all add up to one heck of a winner for the newest dining option at Coronado Springs Resort… and it makes us even more excited for all that is still to come to the Resort this summer. Some logistics! The current posted hours of operation for Three Bridges Bar & Grill are 4:30 PM to 12:00 AM. Three Bridges Bar & Grill requires one Table Service credit for guests on the Disney Dining Plan. Currently accepted discounts include Disney Vacation Club, Annual Passholder, and Cast Coupon discounts. Tables in Wonderland, however, is not accepted at this time. Three Bridges Bar & Grill does not — at press time (and likely for the foreseeable future, as a lounge) — take Advance Dining Reservations. Would you like to dine at Three Bridges Bar & Grill? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Check Out the MENU for Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Villa del Lago Coming to Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort! Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood Rooftop Restaurant And MORE Announced for Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs Resort 2019 Disney Restaurant ULTIMATE GUIDE: What You Need To Know About EVERY Restaurant Opening In Disney World and Disneyland in 2019! View the full article

Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe is a great place to go when visiting Disneyland if you’re looking for a sweet treat like a Matterhorn Macaroon. It’s also a super delish breakfast stop with delicious options like the Egg Bacon Croissant and the Lemon Blueberry bundt cake. Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe And now, even more of our delicious sweet-tooth needs are being filled with this all-new donut option. It really is a jolly holiday with Mary with the new chocolate donut topped with potato chips. Oh yeah…potato chips! Jolly Holiday Seasonal Donut Now…you can get your sweet and salty cravings filled with one treat! This is just a regular yeast long john donut slathered in chocolate and topped with four potato chips, which creates a sweet and salty delight. And to top this yummy treat off, the donut is drizzled in chocolate and caramel. I mean, what a great combo, right? Jolly Holiday Seasonal Donut We really enjoyed the donut and thought it was a different and yummy option! It’s $5.39 at Jolly Holiday before any sort of Annual Passholder or Disney Vacation Club discount. After a discount, it’s $4.93. Jolly Holiday Seasonal Donut Interested in other new happenings around Disneyland? Then, make sure you check out our latest What’s New in Disneyland post! What do you think about this new treat? Let us know in the comments below! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Related posts: Dining in Disneyland: Seasonal Fall Treats at Jolly Holiday Bakery and Cafe Halloween Time Churro Bites Cereal Sundae at Disneyland’s Hungry Bear Restaurant! Review: NEW Sweet Christmas Treats from Jolly Holiday Bakery in Disneyland View the full article

Summer has arrived. The kids are out of school, the sun is shining and it’s time to plan your next vacation to the Disneyland Resort. Not sure this is the right time for you? Members of the Disney Parks Moms Panel are here to give you several magical reasons why now is the absolute best time to head over to the Happiest Place on Earth! “If you are like me, you’ll find now is the perfect time to visit the Disneyland Resort,” explains Tony. “With a new high school graduate in the family and Father’s Day coming up, we figured there is no better time and no better way to celebrate than by spending time in sunny California this June.” Kristin adds, “it’s also the perfect time to enjoy the benefits of summer in the parks, because of the gorgeous weather, longer daylight, and did I mention the crowds are lower?” Exciting new offerings also have our Disneyland panelists excited about the summer of 2019. Tony is especially thrilled to see “Disneyland Forever” returning to the night sky. “The amazing nighttime spectacular ‘Disneyland Forever’ debuted as part of the Disneyland Resort Diamond Anniversary celebration. I am so thrilled this exciting show is returning to Disneyland park this June. Once again, I’ll get to experience all the emotions, all the hopes, all the dreams of this beloved and immersive fireworks spectacular. I especially like how the various excellent viewing locations of “Disneyland Forever” fill the entire park with energy and magic.” And Jennifer is eagerly awaiting to be Soarin’ Over California again. “This month in Disney California Adventure park, I can’t wait to experience the return of the fan-favorite Soarin’ Over California. Guests can fly above the Golden State and take in some familiar sights and smells in this iconic attraction as it returns for a limited run through June 30, 2019.” “Since summer is all about enjoying the great outdoors, I’m excited to check out the brand-new outdoor musical production, ‘Tale of the Lion King,’ which recently debuted at Disney California Adventure park,’’ Kristin states. “I grew up with the characters and songs of Disney’s “The Lion King,” and I can’t wait for my children to fall in love with them, too!” And all three can’t say enough about the reimagined Sleeping Beauty Castle, and for Tony and his family, it’s a must-stop for their annual family photo. “Sleeping Beauty Castle is the most recognizable icon of the Disneyland Resort. 60 years after the release of the film ‘Sleeping Beauty’ a refurbishment of this beloved attraction began. Now that the castle has once again been revealed, it sparkles in resplendent glory, beckoning everyone to enter into a ‘world of yesterday, tomorrow and fantasy.’ The castle is one of my family’s favorite photo backdrops. Definitely Instagram worthy!” Jennifer even recommends making sure you strike a pose with the help of some Disney PhotoPass photographers to capture the beauty of this Disneyland icon! For more great tips on preparing for your next visit to the Disneyland 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

Oh my gosh, you guys. We just spotted a Dug Loungefly at Disneyland and we CAN’T HANDLE the cuteness! Dug Loungefly Modeled after the beloved pup from the popular film Up, this Loungefly is almost worth making a trip to Disneyland all on its own. Dug Loungefly HIS TONGUE! Dug Loungefly The bag is complete with Dug’s charming characteristics, including his excited eyes, heartwarming smile, and big brown nose. As an added bonus, the inside of the Loungefly is covered with line drawings from the Pixar movie. Dug Loungefly The price is a bit steep for this one, though. The Dug Loungefly is currently available for $80.00, but it’s so hard to resist his priceless expression! Dug Loungefly We don’t know how long the Dug Loungefly will be available, so be sure to grab it when you see it! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Does the Dug Loungefly join your list of must-have Disney souvenirs? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: CHECK THESE OUT! Brand NEW it’s a small world Ears Have Arrived! Pixar Fest Eats: Peanut Butter and Jelly Eclairs at Jolly Holiday Bakery in Disneyland NEW Disney Food Shirts You NEED in Your Parks Wardrobe!! View the full article

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, which opened on May 31st in Disneyland, is a completely immersive land. As such, it’s only natural for guests to want to immerse themselves likewise in every way — including with the garments they choose to wear to the planet Batuu! Entering Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Disney has clarified the Disneyland park costume policy specifically in regards to Galaxy’s Edge. The information is complete with pictures which Disney has provided to give better ideas of what is — and is not — permitted in regards to attire in Black Spire Outpost. Disney states that: “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. The following guidelines will help you arrive to Batuu in style. Proper footwear must be worn.” Permitted Attire ©Disney “Bounding” refers to combining regular clothing items in such a way that, when worn together, are recognizable as a tribute to a character. “Batuuan attire” refers to “wearing outfits inspired by the villagers of Batuu—muted tones, vests, layers, etc.” Items that are NOT permitted include, per Disney, the following: All robes or military-style attire Masks, face paint, elaborate headwear, blasters or holsters (lightsabers are allowed) or hard items such as body armor, helmets or kneepads Full character suits NOT Permitted Attire ©Disney It is further clarified that this means that some of the items sold in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — such as the Jedi robes you’ll find at Black Spire Outfitters — cannot be worn in the land. What will you be wearing to Batuu? Are you planning to wear inspired attire in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: OGA’S CANTINA to Serve Up Drinks and Entertainment in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge!! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Restaurant Spotlight: Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Cover Art Revealed for “Galaxy’s Edge: Black Spire” Book Releasing August 27 View the full article

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is all about living your own Star Wars story. Will you choose an affiliation with the rebellious Resistance, or the intimidating First Order? Will you accomplish your secret mission as a smuggler, or your routine duties as a villager? For off-worlders visiting Batuu and dressing in attire befitting their stories, the current Disneyland Resort costume policy remains in effect in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. 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. The following guidelines will help you arrive to Batuu in style. Proper footwear must be worn. Permitted attire includes: Bounding: piecing together traditional clothing items that when worn together, serve as a recognizable tribute to Star Wars characters Batuuan attire: wearing outfits inspired by the villagers of Batuu—muted tones, vests, layers, etc. Not permitted attire includes: All robes or military-style attire Masks, face paint, elaborate headwear, blasters or holsters (lightsabers are allowed) or hard items such as body armor, helmets or kneepads Full character suits Please note some of the items sold in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge cannot be worn inside the land. We look forward to seeing you dressed in your Batuuan best! View the full article

Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will want to be aware of a newly announced dining discount applicable to several Table Service eateries all over the Resort! Jungle Skipper Canteen Sign The Disney World Annual Passholder Program webpage reveals that Passholders can save 20% on Lunch (11:30 AM – 4:00 PM) at select locations from June 11 through July 2, 2019. The participating restaurants are as follows: Magic Kingdom Park Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen Liberty Tree Tavern The Crystal Palace The Diamond Horseshoe Tony’s Town Square Restaurant Winnie the Pooh at The Crystal Palace Epcot Akershus Royal Banquet Hall Biergarten Restaurant Coral Reef Restaurant Rose & Crown Dining Room The Garden Grill Restaurant Coral Reef Dining Room Disney’s Hollywood Studios Hollywood & Vine Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano The Hollywood Brown Derby The Hollywood Brown Derby Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tiffins Restaurant Tusker House Restaurant The Grand Gallery of Tiffins Resort Hotels Ale & Compass Restaurant at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort ESPN Club at Disney’s Boardwalk Inn Grand Floridian Cafe at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Olivia’s Cafe at Disney’s Old Key West Resort Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge The Wave… of American Flavors at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Whispering Canyon Cafe at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Shrimp Tinashe at Sanaa Note that Disney also provides the following information: Discount applies to the non-discounted price of food and non-alcoholic beverages—excluding applicable tax and gratuity. The lunch meal period is offered from 11:30 AM through 4:00 PM. Dining hours vary by location; inquire at time of booking. Special events and dining packages excluded. Valid for the Passholder and up to 3 Guests. Passholder must present their valid Annual Pass card and photo ID to receive discount. Locations and operating hours subject to change without notice. Where will you be dining next? Will you be taking advantage of this Annual Passholder discount? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: News: New Dining Discounts for Disney World Annual Passholders for 45th Anniversary Year News: Disney World Annual Passholder 45th Anniversary Dining Discounts Extended Disney World V.I.PASSHOLDER Perks for January Include Dining Discounts and More View the full article

The all-new Disney Villains After Hours Events started last week and it’s full of spooks, thrills, and fun. Wickedly-themed food, a brand new stage show and more make up this limited-time offering taking place on select nights in Magic Kingdom. You can read our full review of the event here! Disney Villains After Hours But, get this Villians fans… Disney will be releasing the new Magic Mirror Metallic collection EARLY for those attending the Disney Villains After Hours Event on June 13th. This means that guests attending the event will be “the fairest of them all” after they snag a pair of the new Magic Mirror Metallic Minnie Ears before anyone else, since the collection isn’t available to the public until June 14th. Items from new collections like these tend to disappear from the shelves pretty quickly, so if you’re attending this Thursday’s Disney Villains After Hours, we wanted to give you a heads up! ©DisneyParksBlog If you attend the event, you will be able to find the new iridescent fairytale-like collection at locations like Mickey’s Star Traders and the Emporium. Other event-exclusive villain-themed merchandise will be available throughout the parks as well. Get a look at some of those items — here! Villains After Hours Merch And for those looking to add a little more color to your wardrobe, the Imagination Pink collection will be released on June 14th as well, so be on the lookout for that if you’re in the parks anytime soon. This new collection will feature Minnie ears, a backpack, spirit jersey, and more. We’re looking forward to tasting all the new treats that will be released at Disney Springs on June 15th to celebrate the new color trend, too. Get a look at a few of those here! ©DisneyParksBlog Now, if you can’t attend the event, but are an Annual Passholder who is looking to get in on the collection a little early, Disney is also hosting a pre-sale event for you guys at Disney Springs the morning of June 14th. Get all of those details here! Looking for Villains After Hours tickets for June 13th? Then, you’re in luck as a few are still available. Click here to get yours and to read more about this new event! Will you be attending a Disney Villains After Hours Event anytime soon? If so, let’s chat about it in the comments below! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Related posts: Disney World Mac and Cheese Gallery The Five Best Table Service Salads at Walt Disney World (According To The Experts!) Six Meals that Will Change the Way You Think About Fast Food at Walt Disney World View the full article

Kids are encouraged to grab their best chef’s hat and join Terralina Crafted Italian for a pizza-making cooking demonstration! Kids Cooking Demonstration ©Terralina Crafted Italian The class for cooks ages 5-12 will take place on Saturday, June 29 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Terralina Crafted Italian The class costs $25.00 for each child and you may buy tickets here. Oh, to be young again… to get in on the pizza-making action! Is your child excited about Terralina’s pizza-making class? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Disney World Splitsville Cast Member Special Offers Dole Whip Float Phone Case — and MORE Fun Merch — in Disney World! Jaleo is Open in Disney Springs — But What’s Up with the Disney Dining Plan Here? View the full article

Grand Floridian Cafe at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa has become one of our favorite spots to dine for breakfast and brunch (click here to see why!). And one of our favorite entrees is a hack that marries two classic dishes: fried chicken and waffles (Mickey-style, if you so desire). Grand Floridian Cafe Chicken and Waffles Hack We’ve been hacking this dish for a while now (with thanks to Michael over at @DisneyNumNums for the idea), and the combination of buttermilk fried chicken (made with Corn Flake crumbs!) and a toasty Belgian or Mickey waffle is awesome. The sriracha honey drizzle that comes alongside: also terrific. Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Waffles And evidently Grand Floridian Cafe has heard the siren call of the hack… and clapped back by making it part of the menu all the time! They’ve leveled-up that waffle, though, by making it a cherrywood-smoked bacon malted waffle, but they’ve also kept that yummy sriracha-honey! Grand Floridian Cafe Menu That’s right, no more hacking necessary: just order, eat, and enjoy! Thank you, hackers of the World, for making this dream a reality! What’s your favorite Disney Parks hack? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Book Brunch at Disney World’s Grand Floridian Cafe Right Now. You’re Welcome. Disney World Food Hack: Chicken and Waffles at Grand Floridian Cafe! Review: Floridian Pancakes and Lobster Thermidor Burger at Grand Floridian Cafe View the full article

We’re back at Disneyland Resort, where Galaxy’s Edge has celebrated over a week of welcoming visitors to the planet Batuu. But we’re hanging out in other areas of the Parks (yup, there are other areas that we still know and love)! We’ve got merchandise from Downtown Disney, a few new-ish menu items, and some entertainment updates! Buckle up, it’s time to SOAR into What’s New!! Soarin’ Over California Returns through June! What’s New in Disneyland Resort Food First, we’ll fortify ourselves with some fresh eats! Disneyland Park’s Mint Julep Bar is offering up a seasonal Watermelon Mint Julep! Because the only way to make a mint julep even more refreshing is to pump that juice full of watermelon! See our review here! Watermelon Mint Julep Next, we need a donut. White Water Snacks has a funky new-ish Star Wars Galaxy Donut. So if you’re not into Star Wars, you can say you got a memento, and you’re totally a HUGE fan of Star Wars… donuts. Star Wars Galaxy Donut at White Water Snacks May the Force be with you… and by Force we mean carbs. May the CARBS be with you. (What? That’s OUR Force!) Star Wars Galaxy Donut at White Water Snacks We really love the marbleized look of the glaze here, and the white chocolate icons are fun. Metallic rock candy adds some texture. And our pal Heather (beep boop her @DiningInDisney) said these were (inter)stellar donuts! Star Wars Galaxy Donut at White Water Snacks Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff on Disney California Adventure Park’s Pixar Pier has Alien Caramel Apples. These animated offerings include a couple of marshmallow ears, three bright eyes, and blue and purple sugar bottoms. Alien Candy Apple They’re a return from last summer’s Pixar Fest, and we’re glad to have them back! Alien Candy Apple Lemon and Wild Blueberry Bread Pudding at Pacific Wharf Cafe is a can’t-miss seasonal treat. Head over to DCA to get yours before they’re gone! (And see our review here to find out why you simply must!) Bread Pudding at Pacific Wharf Bread Pudding at Pacific Wharf What’s New in Disneyland Resort Construction Pixar Pals Parking Structure is coming along! This massive parking garage will open this summer, and now work on the colorful pavers seems nearly complete. Pixar Pals Parking Structure Progress Pixar Pals Parking Structure Progress The covered walkway adjacent to the Parking Structure is progressing, too. Pixar Pals Parking Structure Progress And the Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind is getting its finishing touches ahead of the summer opening! Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind What’s New in Disneyland Resort Entertainment In Disneyland Park, we spotted a new Wait Times Board. New Times Board in Disneyland Park And of course the BIG news in California Adventure Park is that Soarin’ is back to its roots — for one month only! See our report here — with PICS of Soarin’ Over California!! Soarin’ Over California — back for June! Soarin’ Over California — back for June! The OTHER big news in DCA is the advent of a colorful, energetic new show called Tale of the Lion King! Tale of the Lion King in DCA The Palisades Stage comes alive with dancing, music, and performance inspired by — what else?! — The Lion King! Tale of the Lion King in DCA Click here to read more about this fun new addition to the Park! Tale of the Lion King in DCA What’s New in Disneyland Resort Merchandise And now that we’ve avoided Star Wars for almost all of the above, we shall overdose on merchandise to make up for it. (See why we fortified ourselves earlier?) World of Disney in Downtown Disney has loads of merchandise for Galaxy’s Edge and Star Wars. Recall that Galaxy’s Edge itself won’t have Star Wars– or Galaxy’s Edge-branded merchandise, so you’ll have to stock up in other areas of the Resort. This display features some great sweatshirts and hats — plus three Loungefly backpack designs! Star Wars Merchandise Display! If you loved Creature Stall in Black Spire Outpost, you can get a huggable creature here. Some of the creatures in this display have arms with wires inside that make them perfect for snuggling. (They’re called Snuggle Snappers.) Star Wars Merchandise Display! This display offers come clothing options for Star Wars couples. Although… “I know” is a bit of a controversial response, no? Still: iconic. Star Wars Merchandise Display! There are several hat designs on display including this dramatic Vader cap. Galaxy’s Edge Hats Galaxy’s Edge Hats If you prefer ears to caps, these Yoda Ears have nailed the details right down to the ear hair. (Where’s the wide-eyed emoji when you need it?!) Yoda Ears These Light-Up Star Wars Ears feature iconic starships in a battle royale! Light-Up Ears Chewbacca Ears have a nice fuzzy quality to them. (Plus, maybe it’s just us, but the ears look like chocolate, so we’re in.) Chewbacca Ears There are tons of tees available, including these emotional Darth Vader and Stormtrooper shirts. Honestly, guys: keep it together. Star Wars Tee Shirts We love this R2-D2 shirt featuring the spires of Black Spire Outpost! Star Wars Tee Shirts And if you just couldn’t drop two hundo at Savi’s Workshop — Handbuilt Lightsabers, World of Disney has a couple cheaper, plastic options. These ones are retractable for easier transport and drama. Retractable Plastic Lightsabers And these are not retractable and come in additional colors (we also spotted green). Plastic Lightsabers Keep track of your starship keys with R2-D2, Death Star, and Millennium Falcon keychains. Star Wars Key Chains And annoy everyone in your path with the R2-D2 spinner! R2-D2 Spinner If you’re a collector of figures, World of Disney has lots of options. Yoda is a fan favorite, of course, and he talks and moves. (No ear hair in sight, though.) Yoda Figure The Stormtroopers are die cast, which explains a lot… Stormtrooper Figure Drink away your Star Wars exhaustion with this colorful tumbler… Star Wars Tumbler …and this cool starship blueprint mug! Star Wars Blueprints Mug And finally, we end with a Moment of Zen in the form of a Rainbow Unicorn Loungefly: Rainbow Unicorn Loungefly Backpack That’s that, folks! Thanks for hanging out with us as we explored Disneyland Resort! We’ll be bringing you lots more What’s New this week, so stay tuned! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! How much do you love this week’s What’s New from Disneyland Resort? We’re pumped that Soarin’ over California is back! Let us know what you think in the comments! Related posts: What’s New at Disneyland Resort: Construction, Merchandise, and Stroller Measuring! PREVIEW! Disneyland Salt and Straw Ice Cream Location Opening SOON! 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Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival begins August 29 and runs until November 23. That’s 87 days of food booths, demos, Eat to the Beat Concerts, and more! With a Festival of this size (we’re expecting 30+ booths this year!), it’s impossible to see and do it all. So here are a few hidden secrets about the Food and Wine Festival as you start your planning. Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booth 1. You can meet your favorite celebrity chef! Epcot’s Food & Wine Festival attracts celebrated chefs from all over the country, and they bring their expertise, personal stories, and great food to Festival fans. If you know where to go and what to do, you can meet your favorite celebrity chef! Many chefs will participate in meet-and-greets after their presentations, and in years past, you haven’t even needed to attend the event to get access to the meet-and-greet. Chef Carla Hall But you’ll need to check in bright and early at the festival info booth and inquire about meet-and-greets for the day. In some cases bracelets for the meet are distributed, and it’ll be first come, first served in that scenario. If you simply want to see your favorite chef in action, reserve your spot at her or his demonstration or seminar ASAP. Find details on chef seminars here! 2. The Festival is on — even in the rain! Yup, Food & Wine is rain or shine — most of the time. The Festival booths, located all around the World Showcase, only shut down if the inclement weather is dangerous, so an afternoon shower isn’t going to bring the fun to an abrupt end. In fact, if you stick around during the rain, you’ll likely catch shorter lines because lots of guests won’t wait it out. Food Booths only close in extreme inclement weather So pack a poncho and wear some shoes you don’t mind splashing through puddles with — and continue enjoying the Festival! 3. Use your Disney Dining Plan to the fullest! If you’re on the Disney Dining Plan during your Food and Wine visit, be sure to save up those snack credits (and/or some quick service credits) to use at the Festival’s food booths! That’s right: most food booth items are snack credit eligible (with the notable exception of alcoholic beverages!), and because those booth items can be a little pricey, spending your snack credits at food booths is often a good value on DDP. Ireland Eats!! And we’re not just talking snack credits because you can actually cash in a quick service DDP credit for food booth items, too. There are a couple things you’ll need to know. Quick service credits convert to three snack credits, but you must use all three at one location and all at the same time. So if you know there’s a booth where you want to sample all of the menu items, you can plan to use a quick service credit to do so! Occasionally you may encounter a cast member who has not been trained in how to do this, so mileage can vary. (Try asking for a supervisor if your cast member needs some extra assistance with this!) 4. You may be able to get a discount on your event! Believe it or not, Food and Wine special events often accept discounts for Passholders, DVC members, Tables in Wonderland members, Golden Oak residents, and other affinity groups. These discounts are typically amount to $2 off seminars and demonstrations, Mondays through Thursdays. Just mention your affiliation when you make your reservation, and the reservations pro you’re talking to can go through the process of applying your discount(s). Representative Sharing Information About Shipyard Beer 5. There are several Food and Wine Festival merchandise lines — make sure to find them all! If you’re planning to shop-’til-you-drop at Food and Wine (or you just want to get a memento to remember your time at the Festival), keep in mind that there are several merchandise lines. Each line will feature different, themed merchandise, including Brews Around the World, Taste Your Way Around the World, Chef Minnie merch, Figment finds, etc., so you may want to see what’s available in each line before making your final decisions. (And check back with DFB because we share a preview of the merch before and at the start of the Festival!) 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival merchandise ©Disney 6. You can do the Festival in one day — but you’ll need some help. It is possible to complete your must-do Food & Wine Festival list in a day, but you sure can’t do everything. Even if you’ve narrowed things down considerably, you’re going to need some help to figure out the most efficient and practical way to get it all done. The DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival has a One-Day Strategy that can help you make a realistic plan of attack. Make a list of Must Try eats and drinks! Your primary focus will be attending one low-cost seminar OR a special event, then reserving the rest of your time to eat around the World Showcase food booths. Be sure to check the full menus before you go so that you can prioritize the booths you need to visit. And if you’ve got more than one day, we have a strategy for that, too! 6. You can still make ADRs during the Festival. Even if you plan to enjoy plenty of Food & Wine food booth offerings, it’s possible to enjoy some special Advance Dining Reservations, too. But you’ll want to be thoughtful about when and where to book them. Consider ADRs outside of Epcot so you can get a break from the crowds. And if you’re visiting other parks during your trip, plan your ADRs for those park days. That way you won’t have to pass on some epic Food & Wine items in anticipation of a big meal later in the day. Enjoy your Advance Dining Reservations outside of Epcot if you can Another approach, if you must schedule an ADR for your Epcot day, is to make it really early or really late in the day. This will hopefully allow you to snack around the Festival for the rest of the day without compromising your enjoyment of the ADR. 7. The Festival is better in half-day chunks. If you can schedule your Food & Wine visit over several days of your vacation, you’ll give yourself some flexibility — and that means getting out of Dodge when the crowds get too unmanageable or pacing yourself on all those heavy appetizer-sized portions. We recommend going to the Food and Wine Festival booths right as they open at 11AM, eating around for a few hours, then going elsewhere — and repeating that for a few days. It allows you to get some great food before the masses descend each day, and it relieves the pressure of having to get to all of your target booths in one day. Pace yourself to enjoy more Croissant Doughnuts! It’s no secret that Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival is a massive endeavor, and we know it can be overwhelming. That’s one reason we’ve assembled decades of Food & Wine experience in the DFB Guide to Epcot Food & Wine 2019. This eBook discusses literally every aspect of the Festival and includes exclusive daily schedules to help you plan. A food and wine index and descriptions of all the Special Events are other useful tools — but that’s just the beginning. Ready to Plan for Your 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! As part of the pre-order you’ll receive a FREE instant download of the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Preliminary Edition, which came out in May! As soon as booth menus are released, we’ll send the updated edition immediately to your inbox. Order your 2019 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! What’s something you were surprised to discover on your last visit to Epcot’s Food & Wine? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What You Need to Know BEFORE You Book Your Epcot Food and Wine Festival Events! Tips From the DFB Guide: Do I Need Advance Dining Reservations During the Epcot Food and Wine Festival? 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Eat to the Beat Concert Line-Up Announced! View the full article

Oh my gosh, you guys. White Water Snacks in Disneyland Resort launched its June Hot Dog of the Month and IT. IS. EPIC… especially for the heat seekers out there! Jalapeño Pop-Dog Aptly titled the Jalapeño Pop-Dog, each hot dog is covered in generous helpings of jalapeños, herbs and what appears to be the cream cheese-based filling of a classic jalapeno popper. Served with a side of kettle chips, one of these “Pop-Dogs” could make quite a fabulous lunch, if you ask me… especially if they serve the japalenos in “hidden Mickey” style as seen above! Kiddos may not be too wild about the jalapeño flavor, but that just means there’s more for the parents to enjoy, right? White Water Snacks Seating Area Head on over to the Grand Californian Hotel to grab one of these awesome hot dogs – they’re only available until the end of the month! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think about the newest hot dog at White Water Snacks? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Guess Where You Can Find Mickey Jell-o in Disneyland! White Water Snacks at Disneyland’s Grand Californian Now Open After Refurbishment! St. Patrick’s Day Cupcake at Disneyland’s White Water Snacks — with Marshmallow Fluff!! View the full article

Hi, there! We’re back with another DFB Video to kick off the week, and we’re talking about how to choose the best Disney World hotel for your traveling party! Disney’s Art of Animation Resort There is a lot to consider when planning your Walt Disney World vacation. And every bit as important as deciding which parks to visit and which restaurants to dine in is choosing which Disney World resort hotel to stay at! So we’re talking about all the things that factor in to selecting the BEST Disney World resort hotel for your group 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 is you favorite Disney World resort hotel? Related posts: DFB Video: Disney World Resort Snack Scavenger Hunt! DFB Video: What To Do On Your Walt Disney World Resort Day DFB Video: 15 Disney World Hotel Hacks! View the full article

This summer will bring the reopening of a classic Animal Kingdom experience with an all-new offering! Rafiki’s Planet Watch — which includes Conservation Station, the Affection Section, and the Wildlife Express — will reopen on July 11, 2019. Rafiki’s Planet Watch sign And an all-new experience will make its debut as part of the park’s celebration of Disney’s “The Lion King!” The Animation Experience at Conservation Station will offer guests the chance to learn how live animals inspired some of the most iconic characters from the film. Additionally, guests will learn more about the park’s star residents — the animals! — AND “create a personalized piece of Disney art through an instructor-led animation class.” Possible characters guests may animate will include Simba, Zazu, Pumbaa, Timon and more. Timon at Animal Kingdom As with the Animation Academy which used to be presented in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, each class will be different, so returning guests will enjoy new experiences! Note that Disney FastPass+ will be offered, and interested guests may check their My Disney Experience account starting today for this new FastPass+ offering! Take the Wildlife Express to Rafiki’s Planet Watch! Disney shares: “For more than 60 years, animals have been a part of Disney storytelling, and these stories continue today alongside efforts to protect wildlife and habitats around the world, as well as provide immersive experiences that connect kids and families with the magic of nature. We look forward to offering guests this new way of connecting with the animals in our park in addition to the other unique opportunities that Rafiki’s Planet Watch offers. We are excited to welcome guests back to greet and hug the animals at Affection Section, catch a glimpse of medical procedures at our veterinary treatment window, learn how our animal care experts prepare meals for and care for the park’s animal residents and more.” Explore Animal Kingdom park with us in our DFB YouTube Video!  Are you excited about the reopening of Rafiki’s Planet Watch? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: UPDATE: Rafiki’s Planet Watch Is COMING BACK Y’ALL! Rafiki’s Planet Watch in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Closing in October Rafiki’s Planet Watch to Reopen in Disney’s Animal Kingdom This Summer View the full article

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Back in March, I shared exciting news about the reopening of Rafiki’s Planet Watch, Affection Section and the Wildlife Express Train this summer including all of the offerings our guests love. Today, I am happy to announce that we’ll also be introducing a brand-new additional experience drawing on our rich heritage of wildlife animation, inspired by Walt Disney’s own passion for ensuring his animators could develop realistic characters and settings by spending time with animals. In honor of our celebration of Disney’s “The Lion King,” we’ll be launching The Animation Experience at Conservation Station, offering our guests the opportunity to learn how live animals have inspired some of the most iconic characters from this beloved “tail.” You’ll learn more about some of the animals who call our park home and then have the chance to create a personalized piece of Disney art through an instructor-led animation class. As you’d expect, some of your favorite characters from “The Lion King” will be the stars of The Animation Experience, which will start when Rafiki’s Planet Watch reopens on July 11. Come learn how to draw Simba, Zazu, Pumbaa, Timon and more. Each session will be different so be sure to visit often to complete the collection. Disney FastPass+ Service will be offered for the experience, and you can make those selections starting later today. For more than 60 years, animals have been a part of Disney storytelling, and these stories continue today alongside efforts to protect wildlife and habitats around the world, as well as provide immersive experiences that connect kids and families with the magic of nature. We look forward to offering guests this new way of connecting with the animals in our park in addition to the other unique opportunities that Rafiki’s Planet Watch offers. We are excited to welcome guests back to greet and hug the animals at Affection Section, catch a glimpse of medical procedures at our veterinary treatment window, learn how our animal care experts prepare meals for and care for the park’s animal residents and more. View the full article