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Welcome back to Disneyland Resort where we’ve got construction updates, cool merchandise, and more in our latest What’s New! Pixar Pier Pixar Pals Parking Structure Construction Construction continues on the Pixar Pals Parking Structure, which is set to open this summer. The structure is adjacent to the Mickey and Friends Parking Structure, and it’s fairly easy see what’s going on while you’re making your way out of that structure. Pixar Pals Parking Structure Pixar Pals Parking Structure Pixar Pals Parking Structure Pixar Pals Parking Structure Pixar Pals Parking Structure Downtown Disney Updates Stroller Size Checks are available in a few locations in Disneyland’s Esplanade/Security check areas. Stroller Size Check This one is located near tram loading so you can check size before you even leave the parking area. Stroller Size Check And this one is adjacent to the bag check and body scanner. Stroller Size Check Stroller Size Check You’ll also find a “Rules Update” flyer at security. New Park Policies Flyer Black Tap Craft Burgers and Shakes opened last week, and there’s been a line to get in every time we’ve walked by! Black Tap line Black Tap Menu Click here to read our FIRST LOOK and review! We ate of this. Yup, we did. Black Tap Spread Construction continues on Sugarboo & Co. in Downtown Disney. Click here for details. Sugarboo & Co. Construction Sugarboo & Co. Construction Disneyland Park News There’s a new Guide Map in Disneyland Park. New Disneyland Park Guide Maps New Disneyland Park Guide Maps Over in Tomorrowland, Alien Pizza Planet‘s exterior is under construction and now covered in scrims. Alien Pizza Planet Construction Scrims Alien Pizza Planet Construction Scrims There’s still lots of seating outside, and the restaurant is open. Alien Pizza Planet Construction Scrims We spotted a new mural being painted in the Park, too! New Mural in Disneyland Park New Mural in Disneyland Park New Mural in Disneyland Park California Adventure Park News Over in California Adventure Park, there are new Guide Maps as well. (We showed you these a few days ago.) They feature Donald Duck and celebrate the opening of Mickey’s Philharmagic in the Park. California Adventure Maps We took a ride on the Pixar Pal-A-Round to give you bird’s eye view of construction in California Adventure. The Silly Symphony Swings are undergoing some work. Silly Symphony Swings Construction (seen from Pixar Pal-A-Round) Silly Symphony Swings Construction (seen from Pixar Pal-A-Round) And we can see that construction is definitely a work in progress in the upcoming superhero/Marvel-themed land that’s anchored by Guardians of the Galaxy — Mission: BREAKOUT! Superhero Land Construction as seen from Pixar Pal-A-Round Superhero Land Construction as seen from Pixar Pal-A-Round And the bright purple pieces of Emotional Whirl Wind are being put in place. Bing Bong’s Emotional Whirl Wind seen from Pixar Pal-A-Round We saw these from the ground, too. Bing Bong’s Emotional Whirl Wind Bing Bong’s Emotional Whirl Wind The Disney Channel Fan Fest was happening on our visit. Attendees got these colorful buttons. Disney Channel Fan Fest Disney Channel Fan Fest Disney Channel Fan Fest And a parade of characters and actresses and actors from your favorite Disney Channel series rolled by, too! Disney Channel Fan Fest Disney Channel Fan Fest Disney Channel Fan Fest Disney Channel Fan Fest Disney Channel Fan Fest So fun and energetic! Disneyland Resort Merchandise News There’s plenty of merchandise news from Disneyland Resort, too. We spotted the Disney Monopoly game in World of Disney. Disney Monopoly at World of Disney Disney Monopoly at World of Disney Disney Monopoly at World of Disney Disney Monopoly at World of Disney And the “I’m here for the…” shirt series is now on the west coast! (We spotted them in Disney World a while back!) I’m here for the photos tee at World of Disney I’m here for the photos tee at World of Disney I’m here for the Ears tee At The Dress Shop, guests can pick up the cutest purse ever made: the Grape Soda Purse. See our look at this adorable bag here! Grape Soda Purse at The Dress Shop Grape Soda Purse at The Dress Shop Grape Soda Purse at The Dress Shop Disney Clothiers has a few new shirts. Mickey Balloon Makers and Castle Fireworks Brand give a retail vibe to some park icons. Mickey Balloon and Castle Fireworks Tees at Disney Clothiers Mickey Ballon Makers tee Castle Fireworks Brand long-sleeve tee And the Tomorrowland Dreamer Society and Pixie Dust Supply Co. are fun, too! Tomorrowland Dreamer Society and Pixie Dust Supply Co. tees At Mad Hatter, you can find the super-fun Donald Duck Headband! See our look at these when we found them in Magic Kingdom earlier this week! Donald Ears at Mad Hatter Donald Ears at Mad Hatter And at Knick Knacks, guests can now buy the Bo Peep Backpack by LoungeFly. Bo Peep Loungefly Backpack Bo Peep Backpack Bo Peep Backpack Thanks for joining us on our stroll through the resort! We love bringing you What’s New at Disneyland Resort — so let us know what you think in the comments! And subscribe to the DFB Newsletter today for all the Disney Parks news! Related posts: What’s New at Disneyland Resort This Week! What’s New at Disneyland Resort! Emotional Whirlwind Construction, Donuts, Plush Toys, and MORE! PREVIEW! Disneyland Salt and Straw Ice Cream Location Opening SOON! View the full article

Greetings from the Magic Kingdom! We have plenty of updates for you from our most recent visit including tons of new merchandise, construction updates, and more. Lots is happening at MK — including new sweet treats! Magic Kingdom So let’s get started, shall we? Before we even got inside the park, we noticed the incredible construction outside of the park is still underway. Main Entrance Construction Main Entrance Construction You can see a bit of stone work among the construction, although it’s still TBD on what this will officially be! What’s New on Main Street U.S.A. We walked right down the middle of Main Street U.S.A. — and directly into the Main Street Bakery where they are displaying the Spring Seasonals menu! Spring Seasonal Drinks Fans of the Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino, S’mores Frappuccino, and Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino will be delighted that these Starbucks drinks are available to enjoy during your day in the park. Also, in Casey’s Corner we tried out the NEW Celebration Brownie! Mickey Celebration Brownie This simple but actually pretty delicious brownie is available now through June. You can read our full review here! What’s New in Adventureland Arggggh mateys! Pirates who planned to eat at Tortuga Tavern should note the restaurant is now currently under refurbishment. Tortuga Tavern Refurbishment Tortuga Tavern Refurbishment No news on when the Quick Service location is set to re-open, but we will keep you posted of course! For now, we recommend moseying on over to Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe for lunch. We also LOVED the new “Wish Granted” Donut from Sunshine Tree Terrace. Wish Granted Donut You can read our full review of this magical treat here! What’s New in Fantasyland A few items caught our eye under the tent at Big Top Treats! For starters, we always enjoyed Goofy Glaciers here, but now it looks like they are introducing a Flavor of the Month! Goofy’s Glaciers Flavor of the Month This month, they are featuring the Raspberry Lemonade Razzle Dazzle. YUM! Goofy’s Glaciers We also spotted something we haven’t seen in a long, long, long, long time… Pre-packaged Treats at Big Top Treats …pre-packaged treats!! These have always been available at the Main Street Confectionary, but they’ve returned to the circus. We spotted an assortment of “grab & go” Caramel Apples, as well as Rice Krispie Treats. Pre-packaged Treats at Big Top Treats What’s New in Tomorrowland We quickly noticed a bunch of walls around Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe… Cosmic Ray’s Refurbishment …and the water’s still gone from the moat and river. Cosmic Ray’s Refurbishment Which means that Cosmic Ray’s is still getting its paint job! Don’t worry — you can still dine with Sonny Eclipse as the restaurant is still open as usual. Cosmic Ray’s Refurbishment Also in the vein of construction updates, we have updated photos from the Tron Coaster!! Tron Coaster Construction This new state-of-the-art coaster is set to open in time for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary in 2021. Tron Coaster Construction Tron Coaster Construction Meanwhile at The Lunching Pad, a Carved Roast Beef Sandwich has joined the menu. Lunching Pad Menu This new sandwich comes topped with Horseradish, Spring Mix, and Balsamic. The Carved Roast Beef Sandwich replaced the Barbecued Pork Sandwich, but never fear, it’s still available mere footsteps away at Cosmic Ray’s. We tried the NEW Mickey Milkshake at Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies. Mickey Milkshake You can read our full review on this tasty treat here! What’s New in the Magic Kingdom’s Shops and Stores — New Merchandise!! There was a LOT of new goodies in the shops around the kingdom. Like this cute Experiment 626 outfit in Adventureland. Stitch Experiment 626 Top and Bottom Stitch Experiment 626 Top and Bottom Shirt and shorts sold separately. We also found the cutest way possible to help protect you from germs: these new-to-us Star Wars Hand Sanitziers! Star Wars Hand Sanitizers We spotted these in Mickey Star Traders in Tomorrowland and the Emporium on Main Street U.S.A. And speaking of the Emporium, look at this adorable Simba necklace we found there! Simba Necklace We’re seeing a lot of Lion King merchandise pop up around the World, in anticipation of the live action movie hitting theaters this summer, as well as the 25th anniversary of the animated classic. We saw tons of great Lion King items at Animal Kingdom this week as well. You can read about the new merchandise, and all the updates from Animal Kingdom, here! We also spotted Toy Story Wishables for the first time! Toy Story Wishables OOOOOOOOOOOH that’s cuteeeeeee! Toy Story Wishables We LOVED this gold re-useable water bottle sporting the Walt Disney World motto: The Most Magical Place on Earth. Gold Water Bottle What a cute way to stay hydrated! And speaking of cute… Road Sign Phone Case how cute is this amazing Road Sign Phone Case?! This one is a must-get for Disney World devotees. Uptown Jewelers also had a bunch of great finds, including a sale on the Disney Dress Shop Line! Dress Shop Sale You can use the discount towards this adorable Mickey dress! Mickey Mouse – Dress Shop Dress Dumbo also soared into Uptown Jewelers, with his NEW Dooney & Bourke Collection! Dumbo Dooney & Bourke Collection Dumbo Dooney & Bourke Collection Dumbo Dooney & Bourke Collection We also noticed a few pieces from the Haunted Mansion Dooney & Bourke line…run don’t walk if you want one! These tend to disappear faster than the Attic Bride’s husbands! Haunted Mansion Dooney & Bourke Line Also in the Haunted Mansion merchandise category, check out these awesome Hitchhiking Ghost socks we found at Memento Mori. Haunted Mansion Socks And finally, the cutest thing we spotted all day: the Dumbo Steiff Plush! Dumbo Steiff Plush Steiff is a legendary German toy company, that specializes in adorable plush bears. You can find the bears in the Germany Pavilion of Epcot, but we found Dumbo in Big Top Treats! Dumbo Steiff Plush This collectible item can be yours for $74.99. Dumbo Steiff Plush That’s a LOT of fun finds at the Kingdom! Tune in next week for our reviews of MORE Magic Kingdom sweet treats as they debut! You can also check out what’s new at Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is now available! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think — are you grabbing a Dumbo Steiff Plush or a Roast Beef Sandwich? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: NEW Sweet Treats Coming to Disney World’s Magic Kingdom — Plus an Updated Plant-Based Cuisine Guide! DFB Video: Best to Worst — Magic Kingdom Restaurants RANKED! What’s New in the Magic Kingdom: Lots of New Eats and Construction Updates, Plus New Dooneys, Shirts, and More! View the full article

This week, as reservations were made available for those who plan to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at the Disneyland Resort between May 31 and June 23, 2019, we shared important how-to information with Disney Parks Blog readers. General reservations are no longer available, but if you stay at a Disneyland Resort hotel between May 31 and June 23, 2019, you can receive a designated reservation to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge during your stay. Click here to book your stay or call (714) 520-5060 now! If the hotel reservation is canceled, the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge reservation will be canceled. Beginning June 24, 2019, reservations will not be required for visits to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and access to Disneyland park, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and experiences will be subject to capacity. Check out Michael’s original Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge story for more helpful information. And did you see our special #DisneyParksLIVE stream of the 30th anniversary celebration of Disney’s Hollywood Studios? If not, you can still see it this weekend. Our anniversary celebration included some exciting updates, including the announcement of a new Toy Story Land restaurant as well as a Toy Story pop-up merchandise location and new logo for the park. And all of the day’s festivities were followed by the debut of our newest projection show on the iconic Chinese Theatre. Visit our original Disney’s Hollywood Studios Celebrates 30 Years story for more. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. Adventures by Disney Announces Egypt Itinerary, Growing Global Vacation Portfolio for 2020 – This week, we announced our roster of worldwide Adventures by Disney vacations for 2020, including an unforgettable itinerary in Egypt. Magic Kingdom Park Foodie News: April 2019 – We’ve got everything from donuts and ice cream to milkshakes and eclairs, and even an all-new Plant-Based Cuisine Guide, and it’s all sure to leave you hungry. U.S. Navy Blue Angels Perform Spectacular Flyovers at Epcot – This pas Thursday, guests visiting Epcot cheered as the U.S. Navy Blue Angels performed several magical passes above the iconic Spaceship Earth attraction in honor of Military Appreciation Month. There’s a New Baby Gorilla at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! – One of the things we love most at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is welcoming babies to our family, and the animal care team is delighted to announce the birth of a healthy baby western lowland gorilla! New Signature Celebration Package at Cinderella’s Royal Table – Calling all princes and princesses! We’re excited to introduce a new package at Magic Kingdom Park that is fit for royalty. View the full article

If you are visiting the 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival, you’ll want to keep your eyes peeled… 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival merchandise … for DEALS! Select merchandise for the 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is available in the park for 25% off. 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival merchandise At Mouse Gear, for instance, we spotted drinkware and apparel (including the Violet Lemonade Minnie Mouse Ears) featured in the promotion. 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival merchandise Note that the small print on the sign reads “Offer valid while supplies last. Offer subject to change without notice. In store purchases only.” 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival merchandise Remember… you still have a full month left to stop and smell the flowers at Epcot, because the 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival is still in full swing through June 3, 2019! Ready to Plan for Your 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival e-Book today! This 200+-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 Outdoor Kitchens Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2019 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code SPRING at check-out for a $2 off the cover price! Do you have plans to go to the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival before it ends this year? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Dates and Details Announced! AdventHealth to Host Outdoor Kitchen at 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival NEWS! New Garden Rocks Acts Announced for the 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival View the full article

A new month means a new burger — AND a new cocktail — at The Edison in Disney Springs! BBQ Tavern Burger ©TheEdisonFLA The Burger of the Month is the BBQ Tavern Burger: The Edison’s signature patty is topped with “fully loaded” crispy potato wedges, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and burger sauce. French Summer Cocktail ©TheEdisonFLA The Edison has also just introduced a Cocktail of the Month! For May, the French Summer Cocktail features a blend of Martell Blue Swift cognac, Tanqueray No. Ten gin, lemon juice, orgeat, and Angostura bitters in a glass with a sugared rim. Happy May! 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. Will be you visiting The Edison this month? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Cinco de Mayo Disney Discounts! PLUS Must-Try Margaritas! February Burger of the Month at The Edison in Disney Springs: The Mozzarella Madness Burger! April Burger of the Month at The Edison in Disney Springs: Prime Pretzel Twist Burger View the full article

Salt And Straw Ice Cream Scoop Shop is known for unique flavors of handmade, small batch ice cream utilizing local, organic, and sustainable ingredients. Salt & Straw in Downtown Disney Anaheim They’re also known for mixing things up with fun seasonal flavors! The May flavors you’ll currently find at the Downtown Disney District location in Disneyland Resort include Arbequina Olive Oil, Pear & Blue Cheese (which is usually exclusive to the Portland Salt & Straw scoop shops), and Skittles Rainbow Sherbet! New to Anaheim Salt and Straw Ice Cream Flavors Note that these flavors are all part of the “Ice Cream Cookbook Series.” That’s right… in case you missed it, the Salt & Straw Ice Cream Cookbook was just released on April 30th (read more about it here)! And a Book Tour celebrating the release will bring founders and cousins Kim and Tyler Malek to the Downtown Disney location on May 15th if you’d like to grab a copy and say hello yourself. Eclipse’s Cardamom Rose Chocolate Ice Cream And, of course, grab a scoop or two while you’re at it! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be trying one of May’s featured flavors at Salt & Straw? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Salt & Straw Ice Cream Cookbook Tour Will Stop in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District New “Vegandulgence” Ice Cream Series at Salt & Straw in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District Review! The NEW Salt & Straw Ice Cream Scoop Shop in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District View the full article

Hope you’re enjoying your weekend so far! We’re back with another DFB Video this weekend, and we’re talking about Character Dining in Walt Disney World… because we’ve gone to EVERY Character Meal (so you don’t have to)! Storybook Dining at Artist Point There are a LOT of Character Meals offered in Walt Disney World… and they are, understandably, a HUGE draw! Pairing a meal with a chance to meet several characters without waiting in line… well, what’s not to love? As it turns out, though, it’s not that simple, because there’s a lot to consider: which characters do you (or your children) most want to meet? What kind of food and service style do you enjoy? Where are all the various character meals located? We’re talking about ALL of that — along with tips and tricks for YOUR character meal — 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: Do you enjoy character dining in Disney World? Related posts: DFB Video: Disney World Bathrooms! (Volume I) DFB Video: 12 Smartphone Apps You’ll Definitely Need in Walt Disney World DFB Video: New Disney Dishes That We LOVED (And One We REALLY Didn’t) View the full article

Jambo! We’re at Disney’s Animal Kingdom today to show you What’s New in the park! Come along! Hello from the Animal Kingdom! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Discovery Island On Discovery Island, Isle of Java now has the Simba Cupcake. Previously it was only available at Pizzafari, but we’re expecting to see LOTS of Lion King treats over the next few weeks as Disney gears up for the live-action movie’s release in July. Isle of Java Click here to read up on the King’s triumphant return the park a few months ago. Honestly, he’s looking a little rough in the Isle of Java case… . Simba Cupcake at Isle of Java Guests can also find the Mike Wazowski (with ONE EYE!) Sipper in Discovery Island and elsewhere in the park. Click here to find out where we spotted him. Mike Wazowski Sipper Disney’s Animal Kingdom Pandora Just one menu change in Pandora: Satu’li Canteen has added Orlando I-4 IPA Draft to the menu. Satu’li Canteen Beer Update Disney’s Animal Kingdom Africa In Africa, Harambe Market is still serving the Most Beautiful Cake to go along with…. You Are Most Beautiful Cake still at Harambe Market …the “You are most beautiful” wall. Cast members are encouraging guests to take selfies with this wall, which is adjacent to a backstage entrance. Selfie Wall We noticed these batik-patterned curtains on this visit. They’re blocking that backstage entrance. We’re not sure how long they’ve been in place, but they’re new-to-us! Curtains covering backstage entrance Meanwhile in the cutest cupcake ever news: the It’s a Girl! Cupcake is a gender reveal cupcake (not much surprise factor here, but it’s still an adorable concept) for Animal Kingdom’s newborn gorilla! It’s a Girl Cupcake at Tamu Tamu We found the cupcake at Tamu Tamu. It’s a Girl Cupcake at Tamu Tamu We reviewed the It’s a Girl! Cupcake here! Read all about it! It’s a Girl Cupcake at Tamu Tamu Kusafiri is now serving Irish Coffee. It features Proper Twelve Irish Whiskey and Joffrey’s Coffee. Irish Coffee at Kusafari Disney’s Animal Kingdom Asia In Asia, the old smoking area now has a sign letting guests know it’s now smoke free and directing them to the new smoking area “outside the Park entrance.” See our post about the new designated smoking areas here. No Smoking signs now up in former Asia smoking area We also noted that Mr. Kamal’s Seasoned Fries — which used to come topped with tzatziki sauce — are still being sold in their Tasting Sampler form. The Tasting Sampler promo ended April 22, but evidently Mr. Kamal liked his new set-up. Mr. Kamal’s Seasoned Fries kept Sampler set-up See our coverage of the Tasting Sampler here. Sauce options for the Seasoned Fries include Ketchup, Tandoori Honey Mustard, Saffron Aioli, and Spicy Honey Ketchup. Mr. Kamal’s Sauce Station Disney’s Animal Kingdom DinoLand We just reviewed the Flamingo Cupcake recently (see that review here!), but it’s now also available at Restaurantosaurus! Flamingo Cupcake now also at Restaurantosaurus And at Trilo-Bites, guests will now find soft-serve ice cream (in vanilla, chocolate, or twist) and ice cream floats! Trilo Bites Menu Disney’s Animal Kingdom Merchandise We found a TON of Lion King merchandise at Discovery Trading Company. Check it out! Lion King Merchandise at Discovery Trading Company There are Simba, Nala, and Pumba plush. Lion King Plush Lion King Plush — and Info about Warthogs Plus you’ll find Simba Figures, too! Simba Figurine Simba Figurine Simba Figurine If you’re in the market for some Lion King apparel, look no further! First: a tank top hoodie with ears! Simba Hoodie Simba Hoodie And is anyone else getting 80s flashbacks with this tank top fringe?! Princess of the Savannah Tank Princess of the Savannah Tank Rafiki’s on this tee shirt with hoodie. Rafiki Hoodie Rafiki Hoodie This tan Simba shirt is a little more understated (no hood or fringe). Tan Lion King Tee Tan Lion King Tee We’ve seen this Zazu tee at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but it’s so fun we’re sharing it again. Anyone else humming “I’ve got a love-e-ly bunch of coconuts, deedleedee”? Just me? Zazu Shirt Zazu Tee And of course, when you’re at Animal Kingdom, you’ve gotta have a little Hakuna Matata in your step. Hakuna Matata tee In addition to the Lion King merch, we found this cute Papa Bear tee featuring Baloo. Baloo Tee And neon is back on this Walt Disney World tee. Neon Walt Disney World Tee We spotted this “Life’s Not Boring When You’re Exploring” tee at several locations, including a cart across from the Otter Grotto. It’s a youth tee. Exploring Tee Exploring Tee In hat news, you can now wear everyone’s favorite Genie on your head… Genie Hat at Hat Cart near Tiffins Genie Hat at Hat Cart near Tiffins And show your love for Sully with this Monsters, Inc. KITTY! hat. Monsters, Inc. KITTY! Hat Monsters, Inc. KITTY! Hat Monsters, Inc. KITTY! Hat Both hats can be found at the hat cart across from Tiffins. And in penguin side-eye news, you can find Steve — star of Disneynature’s Penguins — in plush at Island Mercantile. Penguin (side eye) at Island Mercantile There’s also this totally squishable penguin chick, too. Penguin Chick Island Mercantile And finally, your Animal Kingdom Moment of Zen: May we all be as relaxed at this gorilla! May we all be so relaxed. See ya until our next What’s New at Animal Kingdom! Subscribe to the DFB Newsletter today! We’ll keep you posted on all the Disney Parks news throughout the week! Are you loving this Lion King merch influx? Let us know if it’s too much or just enough in the comments! Related posts: What’s New at Disney World’s Animal Kingdom: April 3, 2018 Disney World’s Animal Kingdom Menu UPDATES! What’s New To Eat?! Disney’s Latest Food Trend: Love It or Leave It? View the full article

Back in October we noted that PizzeRizzo, the muppets-themed counter-service pizza joint in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, was doomed to be a “seasonal” operation…meaning it would only open during the busiest seasons. Pizzerizzo After a long closure, it seems that Rizzo the Rat’s restaurant is showing as open again on the Disney World website. But for how long? PizzeRizzo Hours Open hours (currently only 11am-4pm) are showing on DisneyWorld.com through May 25th, but don’t be discouraged — that seems to be as far out as any counter service location is showing opening hours at the moment. PizzeRizzo Fare We’re guessing PizzeRizzo will be open at least until ABC Commissary reopens after its closure. ABC Commissary will be closed May 5th through June 1st to prepare to start its new dinner service on June 2nd. And it’s possible that PizzeRizzo will be responsible for the lunch crowd (seeing as it’s only open until 4pm) while ABC Commissary handles the dinner crowd (its hours are showing as starting at 4pm on DisneyWorld.com after it reopens). But that’s just our best guess — for now, all we know is that PizzeRizzo is open for the time being. So if you’re a huge fan of Disney counter service pizza…or of PizzeRizzo itself…it’s time to head on over. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is now available! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Related posts: DFB Video: Hollywood Studios Restaurants RANKED (Including BaseLine Tap House!) What’s NEW At Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Grand Avenue, New Starbucks Mugs, Coco Cupcakes, and MORE Food Photos & Review: Dinner at ABC Commissary in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! View the full article

It’s not often we get to use our Hot Dog Alert, but today’s the day: Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom will stop selling foot-long hot dogs and monthly Hot Diggity Dogs soon! (Cast members mentioned May 9th as the end date for the foot-long dogs, but that’s not confirmed per Disney.) Foot-long Cheesy Hot Diggity Dog But all hope is not lost if you long for a dog longer than an average human foot because the foot-long dogs are moving to another popular quick service restaurant in the park! Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe will begin selling the foot-long hot dogs after they leave Casey’s! Cosmic Ray’s Sign Cast members we spoke to at Casey’s are bummed to see the foot-longs leave their restaurant, but we’re glad they haven’t left the park entirely. Unfortunately, the loss of Hot Diggity Dogs with their fun flavor combos may be a permanent change. (Although the only constant at Disney IS change, so never say never!) Casey’s Corner Buffalo Chicken Hot Diggity Dog Oh, and note: You’ll still be able to get loaded fries here (thank GOODNESS cuz mac and cheese fries), but no Hot Diggity Loaded Fries (boo Mashed Potato Fries). Want to stay on top of the Hot Dog Alerts (and all the other Disney Parks news)? Subscribe to the DFB Newsletter today! Will you cross the park for your foot-long hot dog? Let us know what you think about this change in the comments! Related posts: Riverboat News, Holiday Sale Items, the Guest Experience Team, and Galaxy Fries: Everything New in the Magic Kingdom this week! Two NEW Princess-Themed Cupcakes Available in Walt Disney World! NEW Sweet Treats Coming to Disney World’s Magic Kingdom — Plus an Updated Plant-Based Cuisine Guide! View the full article

Today, I’m excited to share the latest news from Disney in Celebration of May the 4th! We have a great collection of new offerings and announcements that are sure to excite Star Wars fans everywhere. Extra, Extra Magic Hours at Walt Disney World: Exclusive to Walt Disney World, guests staying at a Walt Disney World resort hotel will have the exciting opportunity to enjoy Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge for three additional hours on their own. During September and October, these Extra, Extra Magic Hours will give guests extra time to explore and live their own Star Wars adventure at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Symphonic Suite: Academy Award-winning composer John Williams’ original theme for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is now available to stream on Apple Music®*. This new offering is an exciting way for fans to prepare for their upcoming adventure to the planet of Batuu when Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens on May 31 at Disneyland Resort and on August 29 at Walt Disney World Resort. In-Park Celebrations Across Disney Parks: Whether you’re celebrating May the 4th at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World or Disneyland Paris, there are exciting ways to celebrate Star Wars in your favorite Disney park. Walt Disney World Resort is offering exclusive commemorative May the 4th merchandise, Disneyland Resort will be bringing back the fan favorite, Hyperspace Mountain and Disneyland Paris will offer special character appearances, merchandise, and food and beverage offerings, so no matter which park you’re at, you can join in on the Star Wars fun. New Star Wars Merchandise: Today, brand new collections of exclusive apparel from APL Footwear, Uniqlo, Milk Snob, and Rags launch online. Additionally, there are 120+ offers on Star Wars-themed merchandise available at your local Disney store and online at shopDisney.com. For video game fans, we’ll have in-game content updates across Disney Tsum Tsum and Disney Emoji Blitz, plus sales across 30+ PC, mobile and console titles including Star Wars: Commander, Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes and more. How will you be celebrating May the 4th? * Music streaming feature requires an Apple Music subscription. Separate Apple Music terms and conditions apply. Subscription plan renews automatically after trial. If you’re under 18, get your parents’ permission first. Apple Music is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. View the full article

Ahoy! The new kids-only Captain Hook’s Pirate Crew is now open at Disney’s Beach Club Resort and is setting sail nightly with new pirate recruits! Disney’s Beach Club Resort This swashbuckling new option is for kids ages 4-12 who get to cruise around Crescent Lake on a quest for a hidden treasure! Pirates Adventure Before hitting the high seas the young Buccaneers will get official pirate names, solve puzzles, and gather their clues on land! And, Captain Hook himself will make an appearance to make sure the pirates-in-training have the skills to join him! Captain Hook Captain Hook’s Pirate Crew takes place from 5:00-8:30PM nightly at the Seaside Retreat at Disney’s Beach Club Resort. The experience is $55 per child with full payment due at time of booking. Reservations can be made by calling 407-824-KIDS. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will your kiddos be setting sail with Captain Hook’s Pirate Crew? Let us know in the comment. Related posts: Holiday Preview: The 2017 Walt Disney World Gingerbread Displays News: Celebrate Mickey’s Birthday with Special Disney World Treats This Weekend Only! Here Are Your Must-Get Disney World Dishes For 2019! View the full article

Great news (maybe?) if you’re going to be a Disney World hotel guest after Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens on August 29th! Disney is extending park hours AND adding more Extra Magic Hour options to alleviate the Galaxy’s Edge crowds that will be flooding the Orlando parks this fall. So…yeah…it’s gonna be CROWDED in Disney World, but at least you can plan to get up really early and maybe not get as lost in the sea of humanity as you would have otherwise. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge FYI, Extra Magic Hours are times when the parks are open exclusively for guests staying at resort hotels that offer the Extra Magic Hour benefit — those include the Disney World-owned resort hotels and several good neighbor hotels in the area. They’re usually only offered at one or two parks per day, but this year, from September 1-November 2, those guests will be able to experience Extra Magic Hours at three Disney World theme parks…EVERY SINGLE DAY. Extra Extra Magic Hours at Disney World Yep, Hollywood Studios — Galaxy’s Edge’s home park — will be open for Extra Magic Hours every day until November 2nd from 6-9AM. So if your goal is to ride Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run ten times with low waits, be sure to be at the gates no later than 5:30AM! During these Extra Magic Hours, Galaxy’s Edge, Toy Story Land, and other “select attractions” will be open. Extra Extra Magic Hours at Disney World AND, if Star Wars isn’t your thing (or you’ve already been there), you’ll be able to experience Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom for an extra hour every morning this fall. NOTE, however, that not ALL attractions will be open during Extra Magic Hours in the parks. For example, in Magic Kingdom, you’ll only have access to Fantasyland and Tomorrowland — no Big Thunder Mountain for you. Mine Train will be open for Extra Magic Hours And the best part is that there are some days showing two sets of Extra Magic Hours for some parks like Magic Kingdom. On this date, you’ll be able to do EMH in Magic Kingdom in the morning and the evening! (Who needs sleep?!?!) TWO sets of Extra Magic Hours for Magic Kingdom on some dates It’s also important to note that from August 29-31, Hollywood Studios will open at 6AM for ALL guests — you don’t need to be an Extra Magic Hours-eligible hotel guest to take advantage of the early opening on those first days after Galaxy’s Edge opens. So, super exciting, right? And yes — this IS a measure to disperse crowds…because there WILL be crowds. Are you staying at a Disney resort hotel this fall? Let us know with a comment! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is now available! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Related posts: NEWS! New Disney Parks Spectaculars, Attractions and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Updates and MUCH MORE from D23 Destination D! How Do The 10 Biggest Disney News Stories This Year Affect Your Disney Trips in 2019? Find Out! OGA’S CANTINA to Serve Up Drinks and Entertainment in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge!! View the full article

As we begin the weekend, we wanted to share a quick video from this week’s U.S. Navy Blue Angels flyovers at Epcot in honor of Military Appreciation Month. The video offers an amazing perspective of the Blue Angels roaring above the Walt Disney World Resort before performing a perfect “Delta Break” maneuver above the iconic Spaceship Earth attraction. Check it out: Guests watching from below at Epcot on Thursday cheered the Blue Angels during both passes. “I just found it beautiful, I’ve never seen it before,” said Epcot guest and University of Central Florida ROTC Cadet Harleigh Payne. “It makes me feel – this is why I joined the military and this is why I joined the Army. It motivates me.” If you missed our coverage of the Blue Angels flying over Epcot, visit our original story for a video look at the day. View the full article

It’s May the 4th and the Force is strong at the Walt Disney World Resort with today’s exciting, out-of-this-galaxy update that this fall, guests of Disney Resort hotels and other select hotels will have more opportunities to take advantage of the Extra Magic Hours benefit with Extra, Extra Magic Hours for a limited time at our theme parks! The Extra, Extra Magic Hours benefit will include Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, as well as other experiences at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom theme parks. Here’s the rundown: Disney’s Hollywood Studios — Daily from Sept. 1-Nov. 2, the park will have Extra, Extra Magic Hours from 6-9 a.m., including Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, plus Toy Story Land attractions and select other attractions. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and its experiences subject to capacity. (Please note that on Aug. 29-31, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will open at 6 a.m. for all guests. There will not be Extra, Extra Magic Hours on those days.) Disney’s Animal Kingdom – Extra, Extra Magic Hours will happen daily Aug. 29-Nov. 2, from 7-8 a.m., featuring Pandora – The World of Avatar and other attractions throughout the park (same as today’s morning Extra Magic Hours offerings). Magic Kingdom Park —Extra, Extra Magic Hours will happen daily from Aug. 29-Nov. 2, from 7-8 a.m., featuring favorite attractions in Fantasyland and Tomorrowland (same as today’s morning EMH offerings). Extra Magic Hours will also continue to be available on select days at Epcot. If you’re visiting this fall, you should know that the Extra, Extra Magic Hours benefit at the Walt Disney World Resort requires a valid theme park admission and hotel ID. Guests without the Park Hopper Option or Park Hopper Plus Option must spend the day at the same park where they’d like to enjoy the Extra, Extra Magic Hours benefit. Also, not all Walt Disney World attractions are available with the Extra Magic Hours benefit. Park hours and available attractions are subject to change without notice. *Applicable theme park, days and times of operation, attraction and service availability may vary and are subject to change without notice. Subject to capacity and cancellation. Extra Magic Hours is one of the many benefits and amenities you can enjoy as a guest of a Disney Resort hotel. Some of the others include early access to Disney FastPass+ planning (not available during Extra Magic Hours benefit), complimentary transportation and standard theme park parking and other entertaining amenities. Visit our special Extra Magic Hours page for details. Let us know what you’re looking forward to this fall at the Walt Disney World Resort. And if you are looking forward to the chance to experience Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios after it opens on August 29, be sure to check out our exclusive “Building Batuu” story series and special Star Wars page filled with great stories. May The Fourth Be With You! View the full article

Wow, wow, wow! Over-the-top CrazyShake shakes and award-winning, mouth-watering burgers are wow’ing guests at Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort! The Downtown Disney District is Black Tap’s first location in California and its first to introduce an enhanced service style where you order at the counter, seat yourself and your order is delivered to your table. Once you’re seated, a Black Tap team member will take any of your additional menu, drink and CrazyShake orders. This is also the first location where CrazyShake shakes can be ordered to go from its take-out Shake Window. See our recent Disney Parks Blog story where we interviewed owner Chris Barish. What to order? How about the All American Burger, a classic recommended for first timers, with American cheese and a Martin’s potato bun. Or, the Greg Norman Burger, Black Tap’s three-time champ! This burger won the People’s Choice Award at New York City Wine & Food’s Burger Bash three years in a row. It’s made with Australian wagyu beef from the famous golfer’s ranch and topped with blue cheese for a rich but balanced burger. Fried pickles, crispy Brussels sprouts, spicy Korean wings and house-made onion rings are tasty add-ons. How do you top that? The Cotton Candy CrazyShake – the original and still a stunner – is a strawberry shake with a vanilla frosted rim with blue, pink and pearl chocolates, a pink lollipop, rock candy, whipped cream and a pile of cotton candy on top. New and exclusive to the Downtown Disney District is the Strawberry Shortcake CrazyShake with a strawberry shortcake ice cream bar, strawberry drizzle and a pink and white twisty pop! Black Tap began in SoHo and you can feel the New York vibe throughout the restaurant, with neon signs, a sticker bomb graffiti wall, stacked subway tile, black and white stripes and three pop art murals by local street artist Jason Woodside. The music is just as fun, listening to ‘80s pop and ‘90s hip hop will keep your toes tapping and dancing in your seat while you eat. Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes is the latest fantastic example of the Downtown Disney District bringing dynamic new dining, shopping and entertainment experiences to our guests including The Disney Dress Shop, Disney Home, Splitsville Luxury Lanes, The VOID, the reimagined World of Disney, the re-designed Naples Ristorante e Bar, Napolini Pizzeria and Wetzel’s Pretzels. Other delicious new spots include Ballast Point Brewing Co. and Salt & Straw scoop shop! Bring your appetite and your camera on your next visit to the Downtown Disney District! View the full article

“Avengers: Endgame” smashed into theaters across the globe last week, shattering records with $1.2 billion in box office worldwide and fans have plenty to look forward to. As we’ve previously announced, the Avengers are setting up new headquarters around the world and will be assembling in a major way at Disney California Adventure park at the Disneyland Resort in California, Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris and Hong Kong Disneyland. Recruitment begins in 2020 in California, but check out everything we know so far as you get ready to suit up alongside the Avengers! Guests don’t have to wait until 2020 to get in on the action. In March, the all-new interactive attraction Ant-Man and The Wasp: Nano Battle! debuted at Hong Kong Disneyland as the resort’s second Marvel-themed attraction and the first to feature a female Super Hero as a lead character. This comes on the heels of fan-favorite Iron Man Experience opening in 2017 and is part of the continued development of an ultimate hub for Super Hero action in the region as part of Hong Kong Disneyland’s multi-year expansion, plus the hugely popular Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! at Disney California Adventure park. Get ready to assemble alongside Earth’s Mightiest Heroes to protect the world! View the full article

It’s been a BIG week at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and we’re bringing you lots of What’s New from the birthday park! That’s right: Hollywood Studios turned thirty this week! We were on hand for the 30th anniversary celebration. New Disney’s Hollywood Studios Logo ©Disney Disney’s Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary At the May 1st celebration, Disney unveiled a new logo for the park as part of the festivities. It features three classic characters found in Hollywood Studios: BB-8, Mickey Mouse, and Toy Story‘s Woody! We’ve heard from lots of readers and followers who had strong feelings about this new look. Let us know what you think in the comments! New Disney’s Hollywood Studios Logo ©Disney The celebration also included a fun and energetic character cavalcade. That’s where we got our first look at the Citizens of Batuu costumes for Galaxy’s Edge! Check out our post here! Citizens of Batuu in the character cavalcade Buzz Lightyear was on hand, too, rollin’ in his Pixar-themed convertible. Buzz Lightyear in Mickey’s Cavalcade at the 30th Anniversary Celebration Of course it’s not a Disney celebration if there aren’t specialty treats, and there are LOTS on hand for a limited time! Lightsaber Churros are dressed up for the Light Side and the Dark Side! Click here for our full review! Lightsaber Churros Celebrate the main mice with these Mickey and Minnie Celebration Cupcakes — full review here! Mickey and Minnie Celebration Cupcake And to find out if The Sorcerer’s Hat Sponge Cake Dessert is magical (and why it’s selling out super-fast!), click here! Sorcerer’s Hat 30th Anniversary Treat And that’s just a glimpse… Check out ALL of the Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary treats here! Hollywood Studios guests can also score some 30th anniversary merchandise. See our full preview here! 30th Anniversary Merchandise And the 30th delivered a new nighttime projection show to the park: Wonderful World of Animation. We got a sneak preview — here’s what we thought about the show! Wonderful World of Animation Wonderful World of Animation Wonderful World of Animation Disney’s Hollywood Studios Construction Update Entrance construction continues with three ongoing projects. The large structure near the entrance (which cast members have said includes an extended bag check in anticipation of large crowds later this year — gee, I wonder why…) is receiving its facade and a paint job. Entrance Structure Entrance Structure Entrance Structure Entrance Structure Entrance Structure Entrance Structure Disney’s Skyliner gondola transportation system continues to progress. We’re still spotting workers on roofs and on the grounds around the station, as well as some scaffolding. Skyliner Progress Skyliner Progress Skyliner Progress This area near the flags at the Hollywood Studios entrance is still behind a construction fence. Still no word on what’s happening behind it. Entrance/Flag Construction Area Just beyond the fenced off area is the new smoking area, now that smoking is no longer permitted inside the Disney World theme parks. See our post on the newly designated areas here. Construction Fence and Smoking Area Four benches and a couple of cigarette disposal containers are placed on the path leading to the Boat Launch to Epcot/area resorts. Smoking Area Smoking Area Inside the park, the ropes that were in front of the Chinese Theater are gone, and guests can once again peruse the handprints. Chinese Theater ropes are down And we noticed that the displays that once had Mary Poppins and Jungle Book items are covered up. As of our visit, you could still peek around the sides to look in. Displays are covered Displays are covered Displays are covered Displays are covered Displays are covered Disney’s Hollywood Studios Welcomes Fancy Nancy Disney Junior’s colorful and elegant Fancy Nancy is now meeting guests outside in Animation Courtyard! Fancy Nancy meeting in Animation Courtyard Fancy Nancy meeting in Animation Courtyard Fancy Nancy meeting in Animation Courtyard Don’t forget to give her a warm welcome on your next visit to Hollywood Studios! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Merchandise We spotted a new Tiki Birds Alex and Ani bangle at Once Upon a Time. We’re loooooooving this, and we expect to see it at the other parks as well (take a peek in Mouse Gear and Uptown Jewelers, where we often find the Disney Parks Alex and Ani collection!). Tiki Room Alex and Ani Click here for more info about the tiki, tiki, tiki, tiki, tiki bracelet! Tiki Room Alex and Ani And we spotted this new-to-us Minnie Flower iPhone Case for iPhone XsMax! Minnie Pink Flower Phone Case We love the texture of those flowers! So pretty and fun! Minnie Pink Flower Phone Case And with that, we say, “See ya next time” from Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Subscribe to the DFB Newsletter today, and we’ll keep you up-to-date on Disney Parks news all week long! Let us know what you think about What’s New at Hollywood Studios this week with a comment! Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Construction Updates and Phone Cases You’ve GOT to See! Review: This Insta-Worthy Hollywood Studios Anniversary Treat is SELLING OUT FAST! What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! New Merch, Chinese Theater Updates, and More! View the full article

Just a few days ago we were paying our first visit and eating our way through the menu at the new Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes in the Downtown Disney District of Disneyland Resort. Black Tap Craft Burger and Shakes While the experience was a great one overall, Black Tap’s signature CrazyShakes were an absolute highlight. That’s why we’re so excited to let you know that an all-new CrazyShake has taken a spot on the Black Tap menu (both here in Downtown Disney and at Black Tap locations worldwide) starting today! Are you ready for this? It’s the Churro Choco Taco CrazyShake. Though all of the over-the-top CrazyShakes are huge, this thing is MASSIVE…like Beaches and Cream Kitchen Sink huge (well, almost )! Churro Choco Taco Shake Several components are coming together here, so let’s go through the building steps together. The base is a Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shake served in a caramel coated glass. The rim is vanilla frosted with Cinnamon Toast Crunch pressed into it…every sweet lover’s dream! Then, Black Tap adds not one…but TWO Churros AND AN ENTIRE Choco Taco ice cream sandwich to the top off the shake’s base! Loads of whipped cream and caramel sauce drizzled across the top almost complete the shake… but then they sprinkle it all with even MORE Cinnamon Toast Crunch. Churro Choco Taco Shake Now for our review! The Churro Choco Taco CrazyShake is so big you literally have to strategize, so we started with those two churros first. Up next? The Choco Taco Ice Cream Sandwich! Finally, we enjoyed the creamy shake — which is wonderfully complimented by all the components — while spooning the Cinnamon Toast Crunch with each sip… it’s like some sort of magical ice cream cereal! Black Tap Churro Choco Taco Shake We really enjoyed the flavors of the shake overall, but heads up: it was a tough job to finish since it’s so big. But, we ultimately CONQUERED the Churro Choco Taco CrazyShake …and we were the first to do so at this location! Even though the Downtown Disney location features a Shake Window for to-go orders, the Churro Choco Taco CrazyShake is available as a Dine-In ONLY… but expect lines and a bit of a wait if you plan on visiting soon because the crowds have been INSANE! (Hint: it’s worth the wait.) Black Tap Line The Churro Taco Choco CrazyShake is $15, and Annual Passholders may use their discount to dine here. If you’re going crazy over this new shake, you may want to check out all the other CrazyShakes we reviewed during our first visit! Click here for our massive Black Tap review! Do you think you could finish this HUGE shake on your own? Let us know in the comments below! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Related posts: Sprinkles Cupcakes Commemorates Breast Cancer Awareness Month By Donating Proceeds From Specialty Cupcakes Review: Thanksgiving Flavors at Disneyland’s Salt & Straw (Yup, There’s TURKEY ICE CREAM!) Exclusive Chocolate Specialty Beer at Disneyland’s Ballast Point! View the full article

Are you looking for a one-of-a-kind, magical Disney Mother’s Day gift she’ll love? If you’re visiting our Disney Parks around Mother’s Day this year, there are plenty of ways to celebrate one of the most important people in your life. Whether the surprise comes from you, the kids, or the whole family, mom will appreciate your thoughtful gesture of appreciation for all that she does. Imagine when she enters the Disney Resort hotel room to see a beautiful, vibrant floral arrangement with a heartfelt message from the family. Select from a variety of rose bouquets, Disney-inspired floral arrangements, or a handcrafted designer’s choice bouquet – there are plenty of options to fit her personality and make her smile! Or, give mom the spa day she deserves with The Grand Disney Spa Collection or Endless Bliss gift basket. After a full day in the theme parks, pamper her with the ultimate royal treatment, featuring an array of luxurious spa products designed to help her rest and relax. Looking for something a little more unique to Mom? Design a custom gift basket with all her favorite Disney characters, treats, and more. You can even personalize the reusable tote with her name as a lasting memory – both functional AND fashionable! To get started, visit our website or call a Dream Maker at (407) 827-3437 for Walt Disney World Resort, or (714) 781-4438 for the Disneyland Resort. We’re ready to deliver some Mother’s Day magic your way! View the full article

Keep an eye out for the Mike Wazowski Sipper in Disney’s Animal Kingdom… Mike Wazowski Sipper … because you can bet our pal from Monsters, Inc. will be doing the same for you! Mike Wazowski Sipper We spotted Mike at various popcorn carts in the park like Mahindi in Africa and The Feeding Ground on Discovery Island, as well as Thirsty River Bar and Trek Snacks. Check out the exclusive snacks that you can only find in Disney’s Animal Kingdom in our DFB YouTube Video! Would you like to pick up the Mike Wazowski Sipper? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Whats New in Disney’s Animal Kingdom – New Food! New Merch! Seasonal Treats and More! What’s New at Animal Kingdom (Satu’li Menu Updates!) and the All-Star Resorts?? Disney World’s Animal Kingdom Menu UPDATES! What’s New To Eat?! View the full article

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is welcoming the newest member to the park’s family, a baby gorilla! “It’s a Girl” Cupcake Grace (named after the GRACE gorilla sanctuary in the Democratic Republic of Congo) was born on May 1st, and Disney was happy to announce that both she and her mother, Kashata, are doing well. And for a limited time at Tamu Tamu Refreshments in the park’s Africa, you can celebrate Grace’s arrival with the “It’s A Girl” Cupcake! It’s a Girl! Cupcake Sign An edible image of mom and baby gorilla tops the pile of bright yellow buttercream. A fondant leaf and blue and pink crispy pearls provide the garnish. “It’s a Girl” Cupcake A chocolate base is filled with oodles of pink crispy chocolate pearls that spill out of the cupcake in honor of the new baby girl! “It’s a Girl” Cupcake (Disney calls them “gender-revealing” pearls, but the surprise is a teeny bit spoiled by the cupcake’s sign .) “It’s a Girl” Cupcake sign Still, overall it’s a very good, albeit simple, cupcake and a super fun way to say “Welcome!” to Grace! Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail And, of course, as Disney recommends on the sign, it’s a great idea to visit the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail before or after enjoying your cupcake! Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail As always, we’re having WILD time at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! 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. Would you like to try the “It’s A Girl” Cupcake? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s New at Disney World’s Animal Kingdom: April 3, 2018 What’s New Around Walt Disney World: Animal Kingdom Mini Edition News and Review: Goofy’s Powdered Candy is Back in Disney World View the full article

Now through May 6, Minnie’s Garden Party celebrates Minnie Mouse’s love of gardening and all things spring during the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. Pick up a complimentary Minnie’s Garden Party Button (while supplies last), or enjoy a special Minnie’s Garden Party dessert adorned with those world-famous Mouse Ears! You can also take a photo complete with cute frames and props – with a lush backdrop of pink polka dots made with real roses! For a very limited time during Minnie’s Garden Party, you can strike a pose with Minnie Mouse herself against a bright floral backdrop inspired by the joy of spring. Wearing her brand-new, spring-inspired look, Minnie will pop over to pay guests a special visit at the Odyssey Center between 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day of the event, While Minnie will greet guests until 4 p.m., Garden Party fun continues until 9 p.m. The Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival runs now through June 3, featuring dozens of Disney-crafted topiaries and beds of multi-colored blooms that transform the Epcot landscape into a floral extravaganza. With fresh sips and bites at Outdoor Kitchens, the Garden Rocks Concert Series and all kinds of family fun, the festival will keep you coming back for more! View the full article

A Louisiana couple is suing Disney, claiming they took home some unwanted souvenirs — bedbugs — that infested their home and traumatized their autistic son during their stay at the All-Star Movies Resort last year. Ashley and Robert LaCombe filed the lawsuit that was transferred into Orlando federal... View the full article

“Its Showtime!” Tiki Room Alex and Ani Bracelet A new Alex and Ani bracelet in the Disney Parks Collection celebrates Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room! It will have you singing that most catchy of tunes all day, with “In The Tiki, Tiki, Tiki Room” in colorful script on the flip side. Tiki Room Alex and Ani Bracelet We spotted it at Once Upon a Time in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but you’ll want to keep an eye out for it in spots like Mouse Gear in Epcot and Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom, too! You’ll find Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room in Adventureland… along with a LOT of great eats! Check it all out in our Adventureland Food Tour from our DFB YouTube Channel!  What do you think of the Tiki Room Alex & Ani? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Review: New Cocktails at Fairfax Fare in Disney’s Hollywood Studios DFB Video: Disney World’s Toy Story Land — EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW! New Haunted Mansion and Disney Food Magnets and Notepads Spotted in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! View the full article