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Trick or treat! Disneyland Resort is bringing a new event to guests of all ages this Halloween season: Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at Disney California Adventure park. This separate-ticket party treats guests to multiple new experiences that are fun for the entire family, from the new “World of Color” spectacular – “­Villainous!,” to an interactive “Descendants”-inspired dance party, a stage show with Mickey Mouse, and a mysterious Disney villains walk-through experience. Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party will add to the fun of Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort, celebrated from Sept. 6 through Oct. 31, 2019. Highlights of the new separate-ticket event include: “Villainous!” – The new “World of Color” show weaves a Halloween tale about a young girl named Shelley Marie. This twisted tale carries Shelley on an unforgettable journey, exploring the villainous side of Disney characters through fountains, lights, lasers, projections and special effects. “Villainous!” shows that, deep down, there’s a little villain in all of us. Redwood Creek Challenge Trail – Transformed into a wondrous and ethereal world of Disney villains unlike anything seen before, Redwood Creek will be tricked out in a dreamlike environment. This new experience unfolds in a series of scenes, each creating a hauntingly beautiful dream-space of color, sound, light and shadows, as stories emerge from the darkest night to create an enchanting world. Immersive Treat Trails – Enjoy trick-or-treating at the new, wonderfully wicked treat trails throughout the park. Iconic characters such as Mad Hatter from Tim Burton’s “Alice in Wonderland,” or even Oogie Boogie himself will surprise and delight. Additional treat trails will feature oversized cauldrons full of treats for all guests to enjoy. DescenDance– A new pulsing party in the Backlot area of Hollywood Land is inspired by the popular “Descendants” franchise from the Disney Channel. As the DescenDance begins, a spell is cast, summoning the greatest dance crew from the Isle of the Lost to throw down and lead everyone in moves that are set to the biggest hit songs from the “Descendants” films. “Frightfully Fun Parade” – The guest-favorite parade is coming to Disney California Adventure park for the first time! The Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow starts the procession, followed by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse who lead the cavalcade of characters and many mischievous Disney villains who are ready to stir up some trouble along the parade route. Mickey’s Trick and Treat show – Perfect for young guests, this new, interactive stage production invites kids of all ages to join Mickey Mouse and his pals as they throw a one-of-a-kind Halloween party! Enjoy dancing, not-so-frightening scary-tales, and candy at the Disney Theater in Hollywood Land. Character encounters – Meet beloved Disney characters ­– and villains, too. You may be surprised at who you discover at this Halloween party, ready for photos and greetings! Take note of these important dates and mark your calendars: April 23: Tickets on sale to Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders, Disney Vacation Club members and Disney Visa card holders April 30: Tickets on sale to general public Oogie Boogie Bash 2019 dates: Sept. 17, Sept. 19, Sept. 22, Sept. 24, Sept. 26, Sept. 29, Oct. 1, Oct. 3, Oct. 6, Oct. 8, Oct. 10, Oct. 13, Oct. 15, Oct. 17, Oct. 20, Oct. 22, Oct. 24, Oct. 27, Oct. 29 and Oct. 31 Entry to Disney California Adventure park before the party is included with an Oogie Boogie Bash ticket. The after-hours party begins at 7 p.m. PST and you will have the opportunity to play in the park for three hours before the event starts on Tuesday and Thursday nights (excluding Oct. 29 and Oct. 31) or four hours on Sunday nights, plus Oct. 29 and Oct. 31. Tickets for the new Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party* may be purchased online, as well as at the Disneyland Resort main gate and by phone at 714-781-4636. Online and mobile purchases are not available the day of the event. Parking is not included in the ticket price, and parking fees will apply. Entertainment and attractions are subject to change without notice. Guests may visit the site for additional details. For more information and tickets to Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at the Disneyland Resort, visit Disneyland.com/HalloweenParty. *The number of tickets available are limited and valid only for the specific event date and hours. Limit eight (8) tickets per person, per event date. Tickets not required for Guests ages 2 and under. Tickets are non-refundable and may not be resold or transferred for a commercial purpose. Costumes are subject to Disney guidelines and should not be obstructive or offensive; please check special event costume guidelines at https://disneyland.disney.go.com/faq/parks/dress for restrictions. Offer and event elements are subject to restrictions, change or cancellation without notice. View the full article

Now that the dates for the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival have been announced, it’s officially time to start making plans for your fall trip to Disney World! Epcot Food and Wine Festival And if you are already as pumped as we are, then you’ll be interested to hear about yet another Special Event for the Festival that is newly populating the Walt Disney World website. In addition to the seven previously listed Special Events (which include the Mexican Tequila Lunch and the Parisian Breakfast, among others), Cheese Seminars are now listed as well! (You can check out our Cheese Seminar review here.) 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Special Events screenshot Please note: these entries DO NOT currently link to booking opportunities, and further details have NOT yet been released regarding dates and presenters. But we wanted to keep you posted on everything coming your way for the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival as we find it! As a side note, Disney had already confirmed the return of the Eat to the Beat Concert Series Dining Packages, but that listing is now populating as well. Again, booking opportunities are not yet open, but we have been working on a preliminary list for the Eat to the Beat Concert Series lineup, which you can check out here! 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Special Events screenshot Also note that the two Special Event listings for the Japan pavilion have been slightly updated. The “Hibachi” Experience is now listed as Iron Chef (as opposed to the Year of Celebration) and the Tokyo Pairing is currently listed (as opposed to the Culinary Tour of Japan). As always, we’ll be keeping an eye out for these and future changes, and will keep you posted right here accordingly! Ready to Plan for Your 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Pre-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 DFB Guide to the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Pre-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! Are you hoping to attend a Special Event during the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Will These Special Events Return for the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival? See What NEW Special Events Have Been Released For The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Dates and Details Are HERE!! View the full article

May 1, 2019 is the 30th Anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary sign And the day will be packed with specialty snacks, merchandise, events, and more in the park to commemorate the milestone. Star-Studded Cavalcade and Commemorative Map & Button A Disney’s Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary Star-Studded Celebration cavalcade featuring Mickey and friends will begin at 10:00 AM on May 1st along Hollywood Boulevard! Slinky Dog 30th Anniversary Logo ©Disney And, upon entering the park, guests will be presented with a special 30th anniversary commemorative guide map and button. Snacks and Merchandise 30th Anniversary merchandise will hit the park on May 1st, including a new adult T-shirt, baseball cap, Tervis 24-oz tumbler, MagicBand, ornament and more. 30th Anniversary Merchandise ©Disney 30th Anniversary Merchandise ©Disney Annual Passholder-exclusives will also be for sale. According to Disney: “Merchandise can be found starting at 8 a.m. in Grand Park, while supplies last. (Please note: Merchandise will go on sale at 8 a.m., Disney’s Hollywood Studios opens at 9 a.m.)” 30th Anniversary Merchandise ©Disney 30th Anniversary Merchandise ©Disney Specialty Food and Beverage items around the park will include — but not be limited to — Kylo Ren Cupcakes, Incredibles Macarons, Tres Leches Verrine and more. 30th Anniversary Verrine ©Disney New Nighttime Events As previously announced, the new nighttime projection show — Wonderful World of Animation — will make its official debut on May 1st! Wonderful World of Animation Concept Art ©Disney Disney shares: “Watch in wonder as the façade of the Chinese Theatre is magically transformed – displaying this stirring tribute to animation. Behold spectacular sequences celebrating themes like magic, family, adventure, romance and friendship. Each theme is brought to life through unforgettable moments from beloved films—like “Sleeping Beauty,” “The Incredibles,” “Coco” and many more.” Find out more about the Wonderful World of Animation here! 9:05 PM is the debut time, and will take place just prior to Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular. And note that tickets are now on sale for a special Disney After Hours Event Night that has been added to the schedule for May 1. Slinky Dog Dash Wait Time at Hollywood Studios After Hours While you can learn more about the event here, it’s been revealed that the May 1st event will include character greetings in the Chinese Theatre Courtyard, at Star Wars Launch Bay, and more. And an encore performance of “Wonderful World of Animation” will take place exclusively for event attendees. It’s almost time to celebrate 30 years of MAGIC at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and we can’t wait! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be attending the 30th Anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Wonderful World of Animation Debut Date Announced for Disney’s Hollywood Studios More Details Revealed for Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios Sneak Peek: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary Logo View the full article

The 30th anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park will be celebrated with special merchandise, food and parade on May 1. That’s also the night that “Wonderful World of Animation” debuts in front of the attraction’s landmark Chinese Theater. The day will feature a character cavalcade... View the full article

The 30th anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park will be celebrated with special merchandise, food and parade on May 1. That’s also the night that “Wonderful World of Animation” debuts in front of the attraction’s landmark Chinese Theater. The day will feature a character cavalcade... View the full article

The Mouse is joining in the outpouring of support to rebuild the Notre Dame Cathedral in the aftermath of a devastating fire. The Walt Disney Co. announced Wednesday it will donate $5 million to the cause. “Notre Dame is a beacon of hope and beauty that has defined the heart of Paris and the soul... View the full article

Today, we’re sharing a fun, new Disney Parks Blog downloadable wallpaper that’ll look great on your mobile device or computer screen this Easter holiday. Popular Disney artist, Ashley Taylor, created the seasonal design that includes spring colors, decorated Easter eggs and a variety of Disney bunnies. Look close and you’ll spot Thumper, Miss Bunny, the White Rabbit and others. How many do you recognize? You can download this new wallpaper in either mobile or desktop versions. Be sure to check out the terms of use about using the wallpaper before you download it. Want to check out other designs? Visit our complete gallery of wallpapers. View the full article

The Disney’s Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary will take place May 1, 2019, and is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the past, present, and the new, exciting future of Disney’s Hollywood Studios as the park continues to evolve into a thrilling destination where you can let your adventure begin. Here’s a taste of how guests can celebrate the milestone anniversary at the park on May 1: View a Star Studded Celebration – A Disney’s Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary Star-Studded Celebration cavalcade starring Mickey and friends will step off at 10 a.m. and will head down Hollywood Blvd. Pick Up a Commemorative 30th Anniversary Guide Map & Button – Guests entering the park can grab a special 30th anniversary commemorative guide map and button. Grab Exclusive 30th Anniversary Merchandise – Special 30th anniversary merchandise will be unveiled on May 1, including a new adult T-shirt, baseball cap, Tervis 24-oz tumbler, MagicBand, ornament and much more. Annual passholders can also shop for some items exclusively created for them. Merchandise can be found starting at 8 a.m. in Grand Park, while supplies last. (Please note: Merchandise will go on sale at 8 a.m., Disney’s Hollywood Studios opens at 9 a.m.) Taste Special Food & Beverage Items – A slew of special anniversary food & beverage items will be available throughout the park, including Kylo Ren Cupcakes, Incredibles Macarons, Tres Leches Verrine and many more. Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog next week for an official foodie guide! Stay For the Debut of “Wonderful World of Animation” – The park’s new nighttime projection show will light up the park for its official debut on May 1. Watch in wonder as the façade of the Chinese Theatre is magically transformed – displaying this stirring tribute to animation. Behold spectacular sequences celebrating themes like magic, family, adventure, romance and friendship. Each theme is brought to life through unforgettable moments from beloved films—like “Sleeping Beauty,” “The Incredibles,” “Coco” and many more. The show will debut at 9:05 p.m. ET, just prior to the park’s “Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular” fireworks show. Want to make the absolute most of the 30th anniversary fun? Grab tickets now for a special Disney After Hours Event Night that has been added to the schedule for May 1. Attendees can experience little to no-wait on park favorites, including The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, Toy Story Land attractions and more. Additionally, this special anniversary edition of Disney After Hours will feature some beloved Disney characters ready to greet guests in the Chinese Theatre Courtyard, at Star Wars Launch Bay and more. There will also be a special encore performance of “Wonderful World of Animation” taking place exclusively for event attendees. Will you head out to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 1? Tell us in the comments section below! View the full article

We’re often struck by the interesting names Walt Disney World devises for attractions, rides, and restaurants, and we know lots of you are, too. So we’re taking a look at some of the most clever Disney World restaurant names — and why they’re called that! Cinderella Castle ‘Ohana — Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort If you haven’t visited this popular table service restaurant in the Great Ceremonial House at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, you might think the name comes from Disney’s animated hit Lilo & Stitch, but in truth, the restaurant came first! (Although you can meet Lilo and her ‘dog’ Stitch at breakfast!) And at ‘Ohana, it’s all about family. That’s because ‘ohana means family in Hawaiian! Lilo at ‘Ohana Not only does ‘ohana refer to your immediate family, in a broader sense it means your extended family, your cultural family, and your global family. So at ‘Ohana, your waiter is your cousin, and the family style service echoes the sentiment of togetherness and shared experiences. (Also there’s ‘Ohana Bread Pudding, which we find really brings people together!) ‘Ohana Bread Pudding with Sauce Get the recipe for ‘Ohana Bread Pudding here! Whispering Canyon Cafe — Disney’s Wilderness Lodge You know where we’re going with this one! Whispering Canyon sounds like a peaceful spot to explore in the wild, right? But at Walt Disney World’s Whispering Canyon Cafe, whispering is not on the menu. Though the restaurant’s antics have a bit of a hit-or-miss quality right now (see our dinner review for our take on this), traditionally Whispering Canyon Cafe has been loud, raucous, and full of fun. Ask for ketchup, and you get all.the.ketchup. Someone Asked for Ketchup . . . Turns out irony is not dead — and Whispering Canyon is keeping it alive! From pony races to giant cups of soda, when the antics are on, this restaurant’s name becomes part of the joke! Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ — Disney Springs When Homecomin’ came to Disney Springs, that meant one thing for lots of guests: Fried Chicken. That staple comfort food is a Chef Art Smith specialty, and we knew it would be delicious. Less certain: the restaurant’s name! It started as Chef Art Smith’s Homecoming (with Florida Kitchen Southern Shine tacked onto the end). Here, the Florida Native and James Beard award winning Chef Art was literally coming home to launch this new Florida restaurant. But just over half a year later, the ‘g’ was dropped, an apostrophe added, and Homecomin’ was born. Homecoming Sign — back in the day! The new moniker was a dialectical and tonal change, bringing the name more in line with the restaurant’s overall style and vibe. The laid-back atmosphere and menu full of comfort food mean you can drop your ‘g’s and relax! Beaches & Cream — Yacht and Beach Club Resort Beaches & Cream is a popular, old timey soda shop that specializes in classic food like grilled cheese and tomato soup and wows diners with massive sweet treats like the No Way Jose sundae. Beaches & Cream is a play on peaches and cream, a simple, soul-satisfying dessert that provides comfort and familiarity to those who love it. No Way Jose’s Close Up Beaches & Cream manages to evoke that comfort while also identifying its location (at the Beach Club!) and giving a hint to its signature treats (ice cream galore!). That’s three connotations in one clever name! Victoria & Albert’s — Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Victoria & Albert’s is a historically interesting name, inspired by Queen Victoria and her husband, Albert, Prince Consort. The Victorian Era, named after England’s second longest-reigning queen, was the height of power for England and was characterized by richness, exclusivity, and conservativeness. Main Dining Room at Victoria & Albert’s Disney’s award-winning Victoria & Albert’s is all that and outstanding food. Dining here is pricey even by Disney standards, but the service, food, and overall experience are top-notch — not just at Walt Disney World, but in the actual world (we’re talking AAA Five Diamond Award, James Beard Foundation Award nominations for Best Chef South, etc!). Bittersweet Chocolate Dome on Praline Crunch Like the queen for whom the restaurant is named, Victoria & Albert’s strives for prominence in the world and finds it. Click here to read our most recent review. Interestingly, for years the restaurant referred to all of their servers as either “Victoria” or “Albert” depending on their gender. The practice has, thankfully, been dropped. Le Cellier — Epcot’s World Showcase, Canada Pavilion Le Cellier, je t’aime. In this case, the language and the translation matter. Le Cellier reflects Canada’s rich French Canadian heritage, but it uses a term that won’t scare anyone off because this isn’t a fancy French restaurant; it’s the cellar! Inside Le Cellier Le Cellier matches the expectation set by its translation in the decor, which plays with arches, light, shadow, and stone to create a moody dining space. The food, we’re happy to say, is typically good, which is why this restaurant is so popular (despite the steep prices and two-credit requirement on DDP!). Poutine at Le Cellier And, bien sur, there’s plenty of poutine. See what we thought in this review of three types of this Quebecois delicacy! Tangierine Cafe — Epcot’s World Showcase, Morocco Pavilion Tangierine Cafe is another wonderful place name that provides a frame of reference for the restaurant it identifies. Tangier is the third most populated city in Morocco with nearly one million residents, and it’s been an important port for centuries. In fact, the fruit tangerine took its name from this city. And now you see how Tangierine Cafe is more than a clever place name; it’s a play on words, too. Tangierine Cafe The food at Tangierine Cafe reflects the popular foods of Morocco (and the wider region) and has a freshness that is, perhaps, also implied by its fruit-themed name. And we are big fans of this quick service spot as an alternative to more traditional theme park fare. Vegetarian Platter at Tangierine Cafe in Epcot’s Morocco Pavilion: is it right for you? Dining at Walt Disney World is exciting for so many reasons, not the least of which is the thoughtful design from restaurant names to dining rooms to menus. With so many new restaurants still to come this year, we look forward to decoding the names and eating all the things. Click here to browse through our 2019 Disney Restaurant Ultimate Guide! 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. Which restaurant name is your favorite at Walt Disney World? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Here Are Your Must-Get Disney World Dishes For 2019! TOP 9 Disney Dining Plan Quick Service VALUES for 2019! Disney World’s Poutine Obsession: 15 Ways To Get Your French Fry Fix View the full article

As Easter weekend approaches, I thought it would be fun to cruise the Disneyland Resort in search of “bunnies.” You may or may not be surprised to hear that there is no shortage of the floppy-ear critters around the resort – too many for a single Walk in the Park column. Here are a few favorites! The most prominent bunny at the Disneyland Resort is probably The White Rabbit from Walt Disney’s 1951 classic animated feature “Alice in Wonderland.” The White Rabbit can of course be seen inside the Alice in Wonderland attraction Fantasyland. However, he can also be seen as a statue between the attraction and Matterhorn Bobsleds and as a bronze figure in the Central Plaza (near the Partners statue). Be sure to also keep an eye out for his house, which is situated next to the Mad Hatter hat shop. Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, one of Walt Disney’s original animated characters, has a home at Disney California Adventure park on Buena Vista Street. Visit Oswald’s for great resort gear and the occasional character appearance. There are six adorable bunnies to ride on the all new Jessie’s Critter Carousel in Pixar Pier. Giddy up! And while you’re at Disney California Adventure park, stroll on over to San Francisco Street near The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure for a character encounter with Judy Hopps of “Zootopia” fame! Back in Disneyland park, Roger Rabbit is always up to something in Mickey’s Toontown. Ride a rotating taxi through Roger’s world on Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin and experience a dizzying detour through the life of a toon. Mind the dip! Travel through Hundred-Acre Wood and look out for Rabbit on The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh in Critter Country. Lastly, for a limited time, you can meet the Easter Bunny himself at Disneyland park (intermittently throughout the day in Town Square). If you are participating in the Eggstravaganza scavenger hunt, search for Thumper as an Easter egg! Yes, “bunnies” abound at the Disneyland Resort. How many will you spot during your next visit? Feel free to leave your list in the comment section below. View the full article

It’s finally time for us to get an INSIDE LOOK at Disney’s Skyliner gondolas and answer some long-held questions about cooling, wheelchair accessibility, and comfort! Disney’s Skyliner The Orlando Sentinel reported today — with video!! — that the Skyliner system will consist of 300 gondolas in 8 bright colors with 22 character cars and will travel nearly 60 feet in the air over Walt Disney World at the system’s highest point! This will afford riders with one-of-a-kind views overlooking lakes, trees, parks, and more! Disney’s Skyliner Views And that’s just the system by the numbers! The Sentinel spoke to Thomas Mazloum, the Disney senior vice president who oversees resorts and transportation, who explained that the gondolas will feature thoughtfully designed cross-ventilation crafted with the Florida climate in mind. Cross-ventilation in Disney’s Skyliner Additionally, the windows of the gondolas are designed to reflect sunlight away from the vehicles, maintaining a comfortable temperature inside the cabin. Disney’s Skyliner with vented, reflecting windows Seating will consist of wooden benches capable of holding ten passengers, with accessibility for wheelchairs. (ECVs were not specifically mentioned, but we expect they, too, will be accommodated in the cabins. Disney’s Skyliner Seating As we’ve reported, the gondolas have been in testing for weeks, with guests of the parks looking skyward to take in the new transportation vehicles as they whizz by — as fast as 11mph!! — in their white plastic coverings. Trips from Skyliner resorts and theme parks will take between 5-15 minutes, depending on the distance you’re traveling, and loading is described as continuous in the Skyliner stations, with the capability to pause the system to allow wheelchairs to board. Disney’s Skyliner No opening date has been announced for the Skyliner system (just “fall 2019”), but the Sentinel reports that cast members are expected to begin riding the vehicles in August, and the timeline for testing is described to be “months” long. Disney’s Skyliner So will the Skyliner be open in time to shuttle Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge guests to and fro? That remains to be seen — and you can bet we’ll be watching! Click here to read the Orlando Sentinel’s article and to see a newly-released video of the Skyliner in motion over Hourglass Lake! And be sure to subscribe to the DFB Newsletter TODAY so we can keep you informed on all the Skyliner updates! What do you think of the Skyliner? Fun new transportation system or flying box of danger? Let us hear from you in the comments! Related posts: Complimentary Disney Skyliner Pin Given To Guests at Caribbean Beach Resort! How Do The 10 Biggest Disney News Stories This Year Affect Your Disney Trips in 2019? Find Out! FIRST LOOK!! Unwrapped Skyliner Gondolas Testing in Disney World! View the full article

Is it just me or do the holidays always sneak up on us? We’re already less than a week away from Easter and I’m just beginning my shopping. (Please tell me I’m not the only one!) Lucky for me, Disney Springs is hoppin’ with fun and delicious finds to make the perfect Easter basket. Need some ideas? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered—but first brunch. There’s no denying that Disney Springs boasts an incredible line-up of dining destinations and brunch is no exception. Wine Bar George recently debuted Wine Country Brunch available Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. featuring a menu of favorites like Burrata, Eggs Benedict, Fresh Toast and so much more. Buffet options include Maria & Enzo’s (with the guest of honor, the Easter Bunny) and STK Orlando. Specialty à la carte menus can be found at Enzo’s Hideaway and The Edison. (Reservations are recommended so hop to it and make yours here.) Looking to build your own basket this year? Add a little Disney magic with the all-new Disney Parks Wishables collection. These adorable little plush just debuted at Once Upon a Toy and come in 4 different sets. (As a Disney foodie, the Frozen Food Set is my favorite.) The best part? They come in blind bag packaging so your little ones can guess which plush they’re getting. If your kiddo loves larger huggable plush, swing by the Build-A-Dino by Build-A-Bear Workshop at T-REX and customize your own bunny, sloth or dino with colorful Easter-themed attire to match. Over at Basin, fresh scents are a-plenty featuring new Easter egg bath bombs in three popular fragrances including Pink Sugar, Satsuma, and Water Lily. Fresh cut soaps are also available in spring floral designs. Looking for a fully-assembled basket? Goofy’s Candy Co. is bringing back their popular Disney baskets compete with delicious goodies—plus don’t forget about your greeting card. Lovepop has some “egg-stra” exciting pop-up designs at a newly opened kiosk in front of Paddlefish. Be sure to treat yourself while you’re shopping. This week only, Sprinkles is paying homage to your favorite Easter snack, Peeps! Find them in Lemon Strawberry flavors through April 21. (Keep an eye out on a future Easter foodie guide from Alex for more details on treats from Amorette’s Patisserie and The Ganachery.) What kind of Easter basket are you building this year? Share your creation using #DisneySprings on social media. I’d love to see your handiwork! View the full article

It’s time to head back to Disneyland Resort to see What’s New! We found lots of construction — and related scrims — plenty of fun new merchandise, and a sweet cupcake! Sleeping Beauty Refurbishment Disneyland Resort Construction Sleeping Beauty Castle is still under scrims and scaffolding. There’s no end date for this refurbishment, but work includes repairs of damage to the castle roof from the park’s 60th celebration in 2015. Sleeping Beauty Refurbishment We also peeked through the construction walls and saw work being done on the walkways around the castle. Peek through the construction walls around Sleeping Beauty Castle And nearby — sadness! — the Donut Cart is behind construction walls! We’ve gotten some pretty solid confirmation from cast members that the donut cart has been demolished and will not be returning, but that the donuts will still be on their same schedule — deliveries in the morning and at 5pm — and will be sold at Jolly Holiday instead of at the donut cart. Donut Cart Under Construction Down Main Street, U.S.A., Mad Hatter is also under construction. Mad Hatter Construction Signs let guests know the shop is open… for all head sizes. Mad Hatter Construction Over in Frontierland, Bonanza Outfitters is open despite a lot of exterior construction. Bonanza Outfitters Construction On Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure, the Emotional Whirl Wind concept art is up on the construction walls. It’s so colorful and… we can’t remember the word… oh: fun! Bing Bong’s Emotional Whirl Wind Peep those memories heading on over to Long Term! Bing Bong’s Emotional Whirl Wind Meanwhile work continues on the Pixar Pals Parking Structure. This is expected to open in summer 2019. Pixar Pals Parking Structure Pixar Pals Parking Structure Disneyland Resort Eggstravaganza Disneyland’s Eggstravaganza 2019 is in full swing, with maps available in California Adventure for stops at Flo’s V-8 Cafe, Hyperion Theater, and ten other locations. Eggstravaganza 2019 Spoiler Alert: If you don’t want to know where to find Lightning McQueen or the White Rabbit, avert your eyes and scroll! Otherwise… continue. Head to Flo’s V-8 for your Lightning McQueen egg! Ka-chow! Eggstravaganza 2019 Eggstravaganza 2019 In Downtown Disney, another Eggstravaganza is underway, with twelve more locations! Eggstravaganza 2019 Meanwhile in Disneyland Park, you’ll find the White Rabbit in the Emporium. He’s a tricky one! Eggstravaganza 2019 In addition to the egg scavenger hunts, there’s an Easter egg photo opp. Are you a blue egg or a red egg? Eggstravaganza Photo Opp Disneyland Resort Merchandise In Downtown Disney’s Lego Store, you’ll find Steamboat Willie! Lego Store’s Steamboat Willie This big one is going to set you back a pretty penny, though! Lego Store’s Steamboat Willie Lego Store’s Steamboat Willie At Elias & Co. in California Adventure, you can buy a new it’s a small world purse to go with your coin purses! Small World Purse Small World Purse Small World Purse At the Emporium, you’ll find a new series of mugs with paintbrush handles, an ode to animation. Paintbrush Handle Mugs The Moana mug features the movie’s title on one side… Moana Paintbrush Handle Mug …and an iconic phrase from the movie on the other. Also: Hei-Hei looking charmingly confused. Moana Paintbrush Handle Mug The Pixar Luxo Ball now has its own mug — so fun! Pixar Luxo Ball Mug There are plenty of Wishables in the Emporium, too. Choose from Mickey, Minnie, Stitch, or a Mickey Ice Cream Cone. Wishables Mickey Wishables You’ll also find Wishables blind bags, including the Wishables Parks Food Series! (See more pics here!) Wishables Blind Bags The Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage Series is super fun! Wishables Blind Bags And the Pirates of the Caribbean Attraction Series has us wondering: Which attraction will be next?! What do you hope they come out with? Tell us in the comments! Wishables Blind Bags Disney Clothiers has a couple of fun options. The Rainbow Unicorn Hat is a must have for every elementary-age kid in America. (Also adults who know they’re unicorns at heart!) Unicorn Hat Unicorn Hat Goofy’s What’s Poppin’ Tee Shirt comes in a totally awesome box! What’s Poppin’ Tee Shirt What’s Poppin’ Tee Shirt What’s Poppin’ Tee Shirt Box If you’re on the lookout for more Rainbow Unicorn merch, you’ll have to make a second stop for this plush, which is over at Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff. Unicorn Plush Note that the sign says one plush is $26.99… Unicorn Plush …but the tag says $27.99. Rainbow Unicorns don’t come cheap, y’all. Unicorn Plush At Adventureland Bazaar, you can advertise your philosophy with this Hakuna Matata spirit jersey! “It means no worries / for the rest of your days!” Hakuna Matata Shirt Hakuna Matata Shirt Disneyland Resort Food News A few little bites in the food news round-up this week! The fourth spork in Tropical Hideaway’s spork series is a Tiki Bird! See more here! Parrot Spork And at Candy Palace, a Briar Rose Gold Minnie Cupcake brings the cute! Briar Rose Minnie Cupcake Buttercream and crispy pearls top a vanilla cake. (Minnie wants in, don’t you think?) Briar Rose Minnie Cupcake And a pair of sweet Minnie ears finish the look. We love the combination of that dimensional bow and the lovely piping. Briar Rose Minnie Cupcake Thanks for joining us at Disneyland Resort, where we’re always on the watch for new! If you spot something exciting that you’ve never seen before, don’t forget to tag us @DisneyFoodBlog on DFB Instagram and DFB Twitter! And subscribe to the DFB Newsletter so we can keep you up-to-date on all the Disney Parks news! What’s your favorite “What’s New” from Disneyland this week? Let us hear from you in the comments! Related posts: Eggstravaganza 2019 Kicks Off on April 5th in Disneyland Resort PREVIEW! Disneyland Salt and Straw Ice Cream Location Opening SOON! Holiday Eats and Sweets – and Starbucks! — in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District View the full article

Disney+ is developing on a TV series based on "The Sandlot," Variety has learned. David Mickey Evans, the co-writer and director of the 1993 film, is attached to write and executive produce the series. It is said to take in 1984 and would focus on the children of the original characters. The first... View the full article

Military Families are eligible for military discounts on Stroller Rentals for their vacation at the Walt Disney World Resort! Walt Disney World rents strollers, but only in the theme parks and only for use in the parks! If you’ll be needing one for your whole vacation you will need to rent from an independent company. You will find […] The post Military Discounts On Stroller Rentals at Walt Disney World appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Disney World’s monorails of the air were gliding smoothly Tuesday above a scenic lake separating two hotels. Soon the Disney Skyliner system of 300 gondolas, opening to the public this fall, will carry enough Disney-goers to roughly match the capacity of its monorail trains, company officials said. ... View the full article

AT&T has sold its 9.5% share in Hulu back to the streaming TV company, leaving Disney and Comcast as its owners. Hulu said Monday that AT&T sold its stake for $1.43 billion, valuing the unprofitable Hulu at $15 billion. The Walt Disney Co. wound up with a 60% share after its purchase of much of... View the full article

Two elderly visitors were hospitalized with fractures after they fell climbing on or off rides at Walt Disney World, according to the latest report where the major theme parks self-disclose customers’ injuries. The state report released Tuesday covered all the injuries between January and March... View the full article

Two elderly visitors were hospitalized with fractures after they fell climbing on or off rides at Walt Disney World, according to the latest report where the major theme parks self-disclose customers’ injuries. The state report released Tuesday covered all the injuries between January and March... View the full article

Star Wars Celebration 2019 just took place in Chicago last weekend, and Star Wars has already taken to social media to announce the location of next year’s Celebration! Star Wars Celebration 2020 Get ready to attend Star Wars Celebration 2020 in a galaxy far, far away… in Anaheim, California! Oh, yes: Anaheim, home of Disneyland Resort and the soon-to-open Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Click here for details, news, and photos from Star Wars Celebration 2019!! Resistance Supply in Galaxy’s Edge Imagine, for a moment, a weekend when the nation’s biggest Star Wars fans descend on a city for Star Wars Celebration and that city also has a Star Wars land in Disneyland Resort. If you’re thinking epic fun and excitement and/or utter mayhem and madness, you’re right! The DFB Newsletter keeps you up-to-date about Star Wars news and all the Disney Parks news — Subscribe today! What do you think about this decision? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Review: NEW Minnie Mouse Sundae at Golden Horseshoe in Disneyland! CHECK THESE OUT! Brand NEW it’s a small world Ears Have Arrived! NEW Disney Food Shirts You NEED in Your Parks Wardrobe!! View the full article

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The first-ever International Food & Drink Fest is taking over Disneytown at Shanghai Disney Resort, now until May 4! Guests can take in fantastic flavors from around the world, join a cooking class and enjoy festival entertainment during this limited-time event surrounded by an abundance of beautiful blooms at the height of the spring season. Thirteen international food market booths feature regional cuisine from around the world: Spice Oasis, Slider Grill, Latin Cantina, Mushu House, Tribal Cottage, Hamm Hut, Italian Terrace, Ocean Grill, Seoul Snack, Manila Market, Tex-Mex, Berkshire House and Hawaii Sweet. Menus boast unique dishes created using fresh, healthy ingredients and a range of tasty beverages. The daily Disney · Chef Cooking Show at Disneytown’s Lakeshore Lawn extends the experience as guests watch and learn from local Disney chefs and culinary experts who showcase their techniques, insider tricks and helpful tips for a whole range of recipes. Hands-on masterclasses from professional chefs are also available in the fun signature Disney · Chef Studio. Free classes are open to guests of all ages several times a day from Monday through Friday, with paid tasting and cooking classes on the weekends. Throughout the festival, an impressive assortment of talented artists and live bands will be available to entertain guests in addition to live music, entertainment offerings and special activities. Guests can immerse themselves in the joy of the festival at the Open-Air Show held daily on the Disneytown stage. For a taste of the magic at home, guests can choose from more than 20 exclusive merchandise items from the Delicious Collection, including kitchenware, stationery, apparel and Mickey-shaped snack pins perfectly suited for foodies and Disney fans alike. Tickets are on sale now via the official Shanghai Disney Resort WeChat account and through the resort’s travel trade partner Meituan Dianping. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind foodie celebration only at Shanghai Disney Resort! View the full article

The Force can soon be sipped. Coca-Cola products shaped like “Star Wars” droid BB-8 are on the way — but only at the upcoming areas based on the space franchise at Disney theme parks. Spherical “orb” bottles of Coca-Cola, Diet Coke and Sprite will be exclusively available at “Star Wars: Galaxy’s... View the full article

The latest frisky Disneynature film, “Penguins,” creates a character introduced as a five-year-old Adelie penguin the screenwriter, David Fowler, has named Steve. “Meet Steve,” narrator Ed Helms says. He’s about to mate for life, become a bumbling, comic-relief Antarctica father and do his best... View the full article

DisneyNature’s newest movie, Penguins, hits theaters tomorrow, April 17, 2019 — just in time for Earth Day! Penguins opens April 17, 2019 This film follows the natural penguin exploits of Steve, an Adelie penguin who follows the epic penguin journey of building a nest, finding a mate, and staring a family. Watch as Steve shows how penguins avoid the many dangers facing them in the Antarctic. Animal Kingdom Penguin Display made from ocean trash The film is narrated by Ed Helms and is brought to the screen by the same team that created Bears and Chimpanzee. Click here to subscribe to the DFB Newsletter! Will you head to the theater to watch Penguins? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Reusable Bags in Disney World and Disneyland Debut With Exclusive, Location-Specific Designs! New NO SMOKING Policy In Disney World and Disneyland Parks — Here Are All The Details BREAKING! New Concept Art for Kat Saka’s Kettle in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — and MORE! View the full article