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Hope you’re enjoying a great start to the weekend! We’re back with another DFB Video this weekend, and we’re sharing how you can avoid six Disney disasters! Don’t Miss Out On Your Top-Choice Restaurants We’re chatting about how to avoid six less-than-magical experiences, like missing out on a reservation at your top choice restaurants, wasting valuable resources like Disney Dining Plan snack credits or your vacation time, and much more! Find out how to avoid these disasters during your next Disney World vacation in our latest DFB YouTube Video! And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! So check out the video and then let us know: What tips and tricks do you use to avoid Disney dining disasters? Related posts: 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) DFB Video: Unexpected Eats in Disney World! View the full article

It’s a day to celebrate everyone’s favorite ghostly abode… today, April 13, 2019, is Haunted Mansion Day in the Magic Kingdom! The Haunted Mansion Today’s extra fun materializes in honor of the fact that The Haunted Mansion is the 13th attraction to have an on-ride photo available via Disney PhotoPass. Haunted Mansion On-ride Photo ©Disney The chilling one-day only delights include special photo ops, a special snack, and extra spooktacular entertainment in the evening. Midnight Fright Delight Browkie Eats A special Midnight Fright Delight Browkie is available for $7.50 at the Liberty Square Ice Cream Cart. Ice Cream Cart in Liberty Square It’s inspired, naturally, by the famous clock inside of the Haunted Mansion. It’s for today only! Midnight Fright Delight Browkie The “Browkie” is a cookie-meets-brownie combo, topped with a chocolate fondant-like piece forming the base of the clock, while the clock’s face is created by half an almond macaron on the top, displaying the ominous 13th hour… Midnight Fright Delight Browkie It’s actually pretty impressive how it comes together. Midnight Fright Delight Browkie I’d kind of anticipated that it might be a bit tough or over-baked, but the brownie part in particular kept its classic dense, fudgy texture and taste while still remaining soft. Midnight Fright Delight Browkie Since this is a one-day only treat, I do wonder if maybe we’ll see more “browkies” around in the future? PhotoPass Fun In addition to the on-ride attraction photo, more photopass fun is taking place right outside the Mansion! (Be sure to wear a MagicBand or MagicBand 2 icon in a MagicKeeper that’s linked to your Disney account while riding in your Doom Buggy within the attraction to preview the new on-ride photo.) Haunted Mansion Photo Ops for April 13 ©Disney These one-day only photo-ops include different offerings in the day and night. Daytime shots near the ride’s exit include the Tomb Sweet Tomb photo op. Tomb Sweet Tomb Oh, and “Beware of Hitchiking Ghosts!” Haunted Mansion April 13 Photo Op ©Disney Why, hello, Hatbox Ghost! Haunted Mansion April 13 Photo Op ©Disney The Hatbox Ghost photo op takes place in this area: Hatbox Ghost Photo Area When the sun goes down, guests can pose with the caretaker’s lantern or be surrounded by spirited Mickey orbs. Haunted Mansion April 13 Photo Op ©Disney The nighttime shots will take place outside of Memento Mori. Speaking of… Memento Mori Stop by Memento Mori, the merchandise shop next to the Haunted Mansion, and “a ghost will follow you home” in whatever merchandise you choose! Memento Mori Note that, even though this outdoor specialty display is out for today, these merchandise offerings are standard for the shop, so you will likely find lots of these available no matter when your trip takes place. Haunted Mansion Merchandise Haunted Mansion Merchandise Haunted Mansion Merchandise Haunted Mansion Merchandise Haunted Mansion Merchandise There is something special for today-only inside the shop, though, and that’s specialty pricing on a regular item. One-Day Only Pricing for Spirited Photography The lenticular image “showing your spirited side” at Memento Mori is priced at $13.13 + tax for the 8-inch by 10-inch take home photo, just for today. Spirited Photography Entertainment And don’t forget! This evening, you can catch the Cadaver Dans ghostly quartet performing in Liberty Square! Cadaver Dans! These offerings are all in celebration of the new on-ride attraction photo at Haunted Mansion, available through Disney PhotoPass. Disney also shares the following: “You can take home all of your memories captured by Disney PhotoPass Service on April 13 with Memory Maker One Day! With it you’ll receive unlimited digital downloads of all your easy-to-share Disney PhotoPass photos and videos taken in a single day for $69. That includes photos taken at the 13 Walt Disney World Resort attractions with photo capture, participating dining locations, Character Experiences, and of course the photos captured by photographers at the most scenic locations around Walt Disney World Resort. You can purchase Memory Maker One Day in the My Disney Experience mobile app once you’ve linked at least one Disney PhotoPass photo to your account from the day to which you plan to apply the entitlement. You can also visit Box Office Gifts inside Town Square Theater at Magic Kingdom Park to purchase.” The Haunted Mansion is located in Magic Kingdom’s Liberty Square! Take a Food Tour of the Land in our DFB YouTube Video!  What is your favorite thing about The Haunted Mansion? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Haunted Mansion Photo Ops, Midnight Flight Delight Snack, and Entertainment Coming to Magic Kingdom for One Day Only Riverboat News, Holiday Sale Items, the Guest Experience Team, and Galaxy Fries: Everything New in the Magic Kingdom this week! The New Disney World PhotoPass Haunted Mansion Attraction Photo is Positively Spooktacular View the full article

Disney offers an assortment of discounts including Annual Passholder, Military, and Florida Resident discounts. These discounts are often for rooms, tickets, and food — all of which are crazy expensive when visiting Walt Disney World. And who doesn’t love saving money right? Pluto and Daisy Passholder Magnets ©Disney And while we’re on the topic of discounts, Disney offers a ton of other discounts maybe you didn’t know about! Here at DFB we want to keep as much $$$ in your wallet as possible, so hopefully some of these can help YOU! Teacher and Nurse Discounts! The Swan and Dolphin Resort offers discounted rates for both teachers and nurses. If you are a nurse or teacher and are interested in finding out the amount of the discount, the resort asks that you call 1-888-828-8850 and ask for the discounted rate. Sadly, this is the only discount Disney offers for teachers and nurses! Click here to view the full details of the Swan and Dolphin discount! Swan and Dolphin Seasonal Discounts and Disney World Free Dining! Disney will often run special rates depending on the time of year you are planning on visiting the parks. These often include 25% off select Disney resorts throughout the year. The discount and resort offerings are constantly changing, so you have to really keep up with the website. Disney is currently offering up to 20% off of Disney resorts on select nights now through April 27th. You can also save 25% off of select rooms if you book from April 28th-May 27th! Sometimes, Disney will also offer a free Disney Dining Plan with your resort stay. There are usually a few regulations that play into receiving the free Disney Dining Plan though. Usually, a minimum-night stay is required. The number of nights will likely vary based on the discount. AND Disney will sometimes require you to purchase park hopper tickets in order to receive resort discounts or free dining as well. View more current Disney World discounts here! Click here to learn more about the Disney Dining Plan! Welcome to Fort Wilderness! Tables in Wonderland Dining Discounts So, this discount is a little different in that you have to purchase a membership to receive the discount. AND another catch is that you have to be a member of the Disney Vacation Club, a Disney Annual Passholder, or a Florida Resident to purchase Tables in Wonderland! Tables in Wonderland allows you to save 20% on food and beverages, including alcohol, at participating Disney locations. You also receive special dining offers, invites to unique dining events, and complimentary resort valet and theme park parking! The way you will receive this complimentary resort valet is by dining at a Tables in Wonderland credited restaurants, like ‘Ohana at the Polynesian or 50’s Prime Time Cafe in Hollywood Studios. After you receive your awesome 20% discount you will take your receipt back to valet in order to have the purchase validated. It’s as simple as that! The savings really are huge, especially if you are traveling in a larger group. The discount itself is good for up to ten people! To purchase, visit any Guest Relations location in the parks or call (407) 566-5858. The cost is $175 for Florida Residents and $150 for DVC members and Annual Passholders. To learn more about Tables in Wonderland, click here! Tables in Wonderland If you’re interested in more Disney discounts, check out the pages below! Disney World Discounts How To Predict When Disney World Discounts Will Be Offered Disney Dining Discounts For WDW Annual Passholders Disney Dining Discounts For Disneyland Annual Passholders Disney Discounts and Deals Also, check out this video! Do you know of any other special Disney discounts? If so, 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! 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. 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If you’re staying at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel this season, hop on over to White Water Snacks for a cheerful and colorful Easter Bunny Cupcake! Easter Bunny Cupcake This cupcake’s all about the details. First: the bunny ears made of sugar and tinted pink for added cuteness. Then, because #disney, there are two chocolate discs for ears and a perky white chocolate (tinted pink) bow to make it Minnie. Easter Bunny Cupcake But check out those sprinkles because they’re also screaming spring! They’re bunny ears and ducklings! Easter Bunny Cupcake It may come as no surprise that the cake here is carrot (Judy Hopps-approved, no doubt), and there’s no filling. But that huge dollop of buttercream (not cream cheese frosting, sadly) adds lots of sweetness to the moist cake. Easter Bunny Cupcake This was a pleasant cupcake to eat, and if we’re burrowing in at White Water Snacks again anytime soon, we’d eat another! No word on how long it’ll stick around, but it can be yours for a limited time for $7 (plus tax). Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! And subscribe to the DFB Newsletter for all the Disney Parks news! Does this cupcake scream spring to you? Let us know what you think with a comment! Related posts: White Water Snacks at Disneyland’s Grand Californian Now Open After Refurbishment! Guess Where You Can Find Mickey Jell-o in Disneyland! NEW! Disneyland’s Jolly Holiday Carrot Cake Cupcake View the full article

Greetings from Main Street USA! Recently we popped into The Plaza Restaurant to see if the comfort food eats were as good as we remember. The Plaza has been a long-standing underrated favorite here at DFB. Most Magic Kingdom diners aim to eat at Be Our Guest or Cinderella’s Royal Table, but for us, the Plaza remains high on our must-dine list. The Plaza Restaurant Sign On our last visit, we were pleasantly surprised by all of the new lunch options. Let’s take a tour. Atmosphere Located at the end of Main Street USA, The Plaza sits to your right just as you round the corner towards Tomorrowland and the infamous Purple Wall. Main Dining Area While she’s nothing over-the-top, the Plaza has a delicate charm to it. You absolutely feel like you are in the turn-of-the-century 1900’s surrounded by the ornate light fixtures and details. And especially when the Citizens of Main Street join you! Citizen of Main Street On our visit they were crowing a young Guest as Junior Mayor, but we’ve also seen them select a Junior Fire Chief! This is a fun surprise that engages the whole restaurant, and really makes a meal at the Plaza extra special. It’s so in-keeping with the turn-of-the-20th-century theme, and brings the town of Main Street to life. You never know who will pop in – we’ve also seen the Fire Chief and the Mayor, himself! Main Street Fire Chief Gives the Mayor of the Day Badge to a Young Guest Eats The Plaza keeps it pretty simple, with a menu that features great sandwiches, comfort food, and of course, amazing desserts. They get their ice cream from their next-door neighbor, The Plaza Ice Cream Parlor, so you just know the sweet treats will be excellent! The Plaza Restaurant Lunch Menu We decided to skip the bottomless milkshakes this time and save the sweets for after lunch. By the way, the Plaza also has a nice selection of wine and beer if you’re looking for an adult beverage with your meal. The Plaza Restaurant Drink Menu But we couldn’t wait to get our hands on one of our favorites — The Plaza Loaded Fries. These are the Magic Kingdom replacement to our dearly-departed Figaro Fries. The Plaza Loaded Fries These are crispy fries topped with melted (PLASTIC!!) cheese, bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, and ranch dressing. As always, these are a hit. I mean, it’s fries with plastic cheese, bacon, and ranch — can you really go wrong?! They come in a pretty large portion so these are definitely shareable, or would make an awesome lunch for one. Just saying… Next up, entrees! We decided to grab a classic comfort dish, and one of the Plaza’s most popular items, the Home-Style Meatloaf. The Plaza Restaurant Meatloaf The Home-style Meatloaf is served with red-skinned mashed potatoes, crispy onion rings, and a seasonal veggie, which was green beans for us! The Plaza Meatloaf This was once again delicious. The meatloaf is nice and moist, with great flavor. The red-skinned mashed potatoes are always a delight here as well– very buttery and the skin-on potatoes make for great textures. The green beans were nice and crunchy, however they could’ve used a little more butter and seasoning. Definitely lookin’ pretty dry! And the onion rings are always top-drawer — so crunchy and light. We could’ve eaten a whole plate of these! Next up, the Fried Green Tomato Sandwich. LOOK at the height on this one! The Plaza Fried Green Tomato Sandwich This is a toasted Brioche Bun, piled high with a Deep-fried Green Tomato, bacon, arugula, tomato, and pepper-jack cheese and topped with Alabama White Barbecue Sauce. The Plaza Fried Green Tomato Sandwich Cross-Section This was a good-looking sandwich, but I must admit, I was a little let-down. The fried-green tomato, which is supposed to be the star of the show, gets lost with all the other toppings. It ends up tasting like a bacon and “something-fried” sandwich, which to be fair, isn’t terrible. The arugula was offered a nice kick and was very fresh, as was the rest of the produce. I just wish the fried-green tomato stood out a little more. Last, but certainly not least, we got the Baked Honey-Barbecued Brisket Mac & Cheese. Again. The Plaza Brisket Mac & Cheese This dish is Baked Mac & Cheese, topped with Beef Brisket in a Honey BBQ Sauce and finished with Crispy-fried Onions and Scallions. The Plaza Brisket Mac & Cheese I mean, wow, just look at this beauty. The mac & cheese is soooo cheesy, in the best way. I really liked the use of the big noodles as well — it made it easy to grab one along with a bite of the brisket. Speaking of the brisket, it’s also delicious. The honey barbecue sauce has the perfect touch of sweet, and the meat itself is smokey and tender. And the crispy onions added a surprising yet welcome crunch. (Whatever, fried onions make everything better.) Overall, this dish was once again a winner and my favorite of the day. It’s huge and heavy, so sharing is certainly an option, especially if you’re gong to get dessert. Did someone say dessert? We couldn’t go to the Plaza without treating ourselves. The Plaza Dessert Menu As we mentioned, all of the ice cream is from the Ice Cream Parlor next door, so you can’t go wrong with any of the sundaes! But we wanted to try something a little different, so we selected the Butterscotch Bread Pudding and the Seasonal Specialty Cake, which for us was Carrot Cake! The Plaza Butterscotch Bread Pudding The Butterscotch Bread Pudding is served in a cast-iron skillet, and comes topped with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce. The Plaza Butterscotch Bread Pudding We’ve had it before (when it was first introduced), and it was just as good this time. The Plaza Butterscotch Bread Pudding consistently ranks as one of our top bread puddings in Walt Disney World, with the other favorites being the Ohana Bread Pudding at the Polynesian Village Resort and the Toffee Bread Pudding at House of Blues. This Bread pudding was nice and warm, and of course the ice cream was delicious. The caramel sauce was a good addition as well, as it bumped up the vanilla flavor. If you’re not big into sundaes, this is a great option for dessert. But…it’s KIND of a sundae, so… . Now, for the Seasonal Specialty Cake. The Plaza Carrot Cake As mentioned, the seasonal selection is currently Carrot Cake, which is also topped with the gooey caramel sauce. The Plaza Carrot Cake As far as Carrot Cake goes, this was pretty darn good! The cream cheese frosting was the ideal consistency, and the cake itself was moist and flavorful. Carrot Cake in Walt Disney World isn’t always a success, but this was a decent version if you love carrot cake. (If you don’t love carrot cake, it’s not going to covert you. So skip it.) Overall Once again, the Plaza was a delight. I probably wouldn’t order the Fried Green Tomato sandwich again, however both the Meatloaf and Brisket Mac were delicious and highly recommended. And even though the Plaza is famous for their ice cream desserts, both of the non-ice cream focused ones we tried were a hit. Just goes to show you that they are reliable as ever with their sweets! The Plaza Restaurant is an awesome spot for lunch in Magic Kingdom, especially considering its value. It’s relatively easy to snag an Advance Dining Reservation as well. It may not have the flash of Be Our Guest, but we are happy to be Guests at the Plaza any day! 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. Is The Plaza Restaurant a favorite of yours too? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Review: SO MANY Good (NEW!) 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The Java Cafe at Shades of Green is a great place to grab a quick breakfast on the run to the Disney World theme parks, or a snack upon your return. The Java Cafe is located in the main lobby right by the Front Desk. They offer standard Starbucks drinks and snacks as well as […] The post Shades of Green’s Java Cafe Review appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

April is National Volunteer Month—the time of year when the Disneyland Resort honors cast members who give back throughout the year as part of the Disney VoluntEARS program. These cast members, nominated by their peers, were named Disney VoluntEARS of the Year at a ceremony April 8 at the Disneyland Hotel, where they were honored with medals and awarded $2,500 for a nonprofit organization of their choice. VoluntEAR of the Year: Craig Kawamoto Donation to benefit Nisei Week Foundation Chances are, cast members who volunteer regularly know Craig Kawamoto. While shifts at the Orange County Food Bank are his favorite, he also supports the resort’s military care package drives, Walk the Farm charity walk at Tanaka Farms in Irvine and much more. In his role at the Walt Disney Travel Company, he champions volunteerism by leading team building events and motivating his colleagues to get involved. “Seeing so many of my direct reports get involved with VoluntEARing efforts has been wonderful,” said Craig. “I definitely wanted to be someone who ‘walked the talk.’ Being able to inspire others to volunteer has been very personally rewarding.” VoluntEAR Team of the Year: Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Reservation Sales Donation to benefit Make-A-Wish Hawaii, Inc. With a 20-member team (including Craig Kawamoto), the Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Reservation Sales team at the Walt Disney Travel Company volunteered a total of nearly 1,400 hours in 2018! Frequent volunteers on the team include Michael Rojas, Mike Ramos, Alyssa Ojeda, Valerie Stammen, Ivy Goodman and Craig. “We celebrate each other’s victories and encourage the concept of ʻohana,’” said team member Alondra Preciado. A favorite memory from an Orange County Food Bank event represents the team’s giving spirit. “We had a wonderful turnout of 11 Aulani participants to help pack food boxes, and with that high number, we were able to have our own dedicated production line.” VoluntEAR Family of the Year: Melinda Lawless, Cory Lawless, Melissa Vince and Mila Lawless Donation to benefit First Book When Mila, the daughter of cast members Melinda and Cory Lawless, turned 5 years old, volunteering became a family affair. The three, joined by Melinda’s sister, Melissa Vince (also a cast member), volunteer as a family throughout the year. The family can be found volunteering at events like Relay for Life, CHOC Walk in the Park, Toys for Tots drives and the Orange County Food Bank. “We’re fortunate to work at The Happiest Place on Earth, and if we can spread some of that happiness around by volunteering in our community, we want to take the opportunities we’re given to brighten someone else’s life,” said Melinda, who was particularly touched when Mila chose to highlight volunteering as part of a class assignment to create a poster about her favorite hobby. “She didn’t want to talk about being good at hula dancing or karate. She said, ‘I’m good at helping people; I want to put that.’ Her poster has a picture of her performing her cardboard duties at the Orange County Food Bank. It warmed my heart that volunteering was the first thing she thought of, and that she’s proud she helps others.” View the full article

As we shared this morning, there’s much to see and do at our Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge booth at Star Wars Celebration Chicago, including getting a first look at some of the exclusive merchandise that will only be available at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We thought Disney Parks Blog readers would enjoy a special peek at some of the new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge items on display today: During Star Wars Celebration, new merchandise exclusive to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will be displayed at the booth each day this weekend. The first group of items from the Resistance Supply and First Order Cargo include an X-Wing Helmet, a Resistance Rank Badge set as well as a variety of other items, including a Wookie bag. We’ll have more exclusive Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge merchandise to share from the event, so be sure to check the Disney Parks Blog next week. And on Saturday from 11 a.m.- 12:30 CST, don’t miss our #DisneyParksLIVE stream of the “Bringing Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to Life at Disney Parks” panel. This live stream is sure to include some exciting updates about the newest land coming to Disneyland park this May and Disney’s Hollywood Studios this August. You won’t want to miss it! View the full article

There are a TON of new limited-time treats in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and you’ll find them now through April 22nd as part of the Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler! Animal Kingdom’s Tree of Life Before we dive into specifics about the Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler, you should know that the specialty items available for purchase throughout the park are available to all guests whether you purchase the official Tasting Sampler or not. Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler Guide However, interested guests will want to know that The Tasting Sampler — which is available for sale NOW — costs $50 and includes two digital value cards: one $50 card that can be used at over 40 outdoor food and beverage locations throughout the park (and does not expire), and a bonus $10 card that can be used at the following quick-service restaurants after 5pm from April 12-22, 2019: Restaurantosaurus, Pizzafari and Pizzafari Family-Style Dining, Flame Tree Barbecue, and Satu’li Canteen. (You’ll find instructions with the link for purchasing — which must you must do in advance — at the end of this post.) Tasting Sampler sign This is not the first time Animal Kingdom has presented the Tasting Sampler. The program made its debut over the last holiday season. This “Spring Break” edition features items from the previous Tasting Sampler as well as new offerings! So, now… LET’S EAT!! Asia Mr. Kamal’s added the Chicken Dumplings to the regular menu after the first Tasting Sampler was completed (which was great news, as these were a favorite item). Mr. Kamal’s Menu Chicken Dumplings But Mr. Kamal’s Fries have received a makeover for the Sampler, as Mr. Kamal’s Seasoned Fries served with dipping sauces. Mr. Kamal’s Dipping Sauces This is kind of cool because you receive the cups so you can choose and pump your own dipping sauces from the choices of regular ketchup, Tandoori Honey Mustard, Saffron Aioli, and Spicy Kimchi Honey Ketchup. Mr. Kamal’s Dipping Sauces It’s great to have such unique sauces to enjoy, since the helping of fries is huge! Mr. Kamal’s Fries with Dipping Sauces The sauce highlights were the Spicy Kimchy Honey Ketchup and the Saffron Aioli. Delicious! Across the way at Caravan Road, Tuna Tataki and Pork Bao are your options. Caravan Road Menu The chilled tuna is perfectly prepared and served with nice sticky rice. Tuna Tataki The slaw is refreshing with its cilantro and not too sweet. Tuna Tataki And Bao Bun fans will want to know about the shredded Pork Bao served with hoisin sauce and pickled veggies on the steamed bun. Pork Bao Although we should say… while the pork itself was great, the bun wasn’t up to par, as it was super sticky and even messy. The Smiling Crocodile has a complete specialty menu, too. The Smiling Crocodile Menu The Pastrami Beef Slider is a returning item from the holiday season Tasting Sampler. Pastrami Beef Slider It’s a terrific little — yet surprisingly hearty — dish, with a unique sauerkraut-kale slaw and whole grain mustard delivering even more flavor to the tasty beef. Speaking of tasty… the Pulled Pork Street Tacos are great, with nice thick tortillas that don’t get too soft or soggy. Pulled Pork Street Tacos While the pork isn’t spicy, it still has great flavor. Pulled Pork Street Tacos In fact, we added a bit of the cheese from the Chips and Queso dish to the taco, since the queso does have a nice little kick to it! Chips and Queso Africa Kusafiri Bakery is serving three returning dishes. Kusafiri Bakery Tasting Sampler Menu You can choose Chicken Curry, Shrimp Curry, or try both together with the Chicken & Shrimp Curry! Chicken and Shrimp Curry Dinoland, U.S.A. Two cold treats are part of the offerings in Dinoland, U.S.A. Trilo-Bites Menu Scrooge McDuck’s Billionaire Bacon Caramel Sundae is served not too far from Scrooge’s very own greeting spot at Trilo-Bites! Scrooge McDuck’s Billionaire Bacon Caramel Sundae… AND Scrooge McDuck! It’s a sweet and salty treat! Scrooge McDuck’s Billionaire Bacon Caramel Sundae But the Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Sandwich at Dino-Bite Snacks was even more of a standout. Dino-Bite Snacks Menu The soft cookies are huge, and the only thing we would change is to add even more of those delicious strawberry and vanilla cake crumbs that the sandwich is rolled in! Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Sandwich Discovery Island Terra Treats brings a selection of Italian items to the scene (most likely due to the stand’s proximity to the Pizzafari kitchen). Terra Treats Menu The Meatball Slider is a beef and spinach meatball topped with marinara and shaved cheese on a focaccia roll. Meatball Slider The meatball itself is quite large, and definitely shareable if you’d like to split it up to have room to try more items. The big shaves of cheese are a nice touch. Meatball Slider The Sausage and Peppers Pizza is, essentially, a slice of your typical Disney counter service pizza. Sausage and Peppers Pizza So, it’s not a particularly remarkable item, but the peppers are a good addition. So, that’s it for the limited-time items in Animal Kingdom! But before we leave, here are some friendly reminders! Friendly Reminders FOR GUESTS PARTICIPATING IN THE TASTING SAMPLER: Remember, the new items we’ve shown today are not the only items eligible when using your Tasting Sampler digital value card. The full list of eligible items and participating locations include items such as Pongu Lumpia at Pongu Pongu in Pandora, classic park snacks like ice cream novelties and popcorn, and MUCH MORE. You can find all the eligible items by picking up a Tasting Sampler Guide. Tasting Sampler Guide Tasting Sampler Guide FOR GUESTS NOT PARTICIPATING IN THE TASTING SAMPLER: These new items highlighted here are not limited to those who are utilizing the Tasting Sampler. They are available through April 22nd for regular purchase (and, in many cases, for a Disney Dining Plan snack credit). How to Purchase the Tasting Sampler Disney provides the following instructions and website for purchasing the Tasting Sampler: “Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler can be purchased through April 22, 2019 at noon and can be used at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park during regular operating hours. When you purchase the sampler, you’ll receive an email for each digital value card. Each email will have a barcode that can be added to your digital wallet on your mobile phone and scanned at most food and beverage locations throughout the park. For a full list of participating locations and menu offerings, visit any food and beverage location at the park. To purchase, visit Offers.Disney.com and use the code DAKDINEBONUS.” 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 you be trying any of the Tasting Sampler items in Animal Kingdom? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Heading to Animal Kingdom Over the Holidays? Don’t Miss These Limited Time Tasting Sampler Eats! What’s New at Disney World’s Animal Kingdom: April 3, 2018 What’s New at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom and Resorts! June 21, 2018 View the full article

Have you heard — and seen — that the title and a teaser trailer were released today for Star Wars Episode IX? And just yesterday, we got to take our first peek at the ride vehicle for the upcoming Galaxy’s Edge attraction, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. But that’s not all the Star Wars talk we’re doing today, because we’ve spotted a few more Star Wars Loungefly backpacks in Hollywood Studios to share, too! Star Wars Logo Loungefly The force is strong with Loungefly backpacks because they are the PERFECT park accessory. Not only are they a great size for carrying around your essential park goodies, but they have the cutest patterns, to boot. These bags will be a must-have park accessory while exploring Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. And while we spotted the first one last week, we can’t resist sharing him once again… The Yoda Backpack Yoda Loungefly Have you ever seen a backpack so cute in your life? The Yoda backpack not only has Yoda’s wise (and adorable) face on the front, but it has a pretty huge pocket as well. And would you just look at those ears? How could you not want to rock this bag around Batuu? R2-D2 Backpack R2-D2 Loungefly This new Loungfly is a tribute to one of our favorite droids, R2-D2. From the gadgets to the blue, white, and metallic silver, there is no denying that this bag has a sleek and futuristic look, just like R2-D2! Now, you can have a droid all your own, and R2 can literally explore Black Spire Outpost with you . Star Wars Logo Backpack Star Wars Logo Loungefly Love the classic Star Wars look? Well then, what better Loungfly than this one? The backpack features the classic Star Wars logo in blue, pink, and yellow. The colors are almost a neon, making it a stand out bag for sure. It also gives us super 80’s vibes (which were diggin’, not gonna lie). Star Wars Figures Backpack Star Wars Figures Loungefly Do you have more than one favorite Star Wars character? Are you struggling to choose between the Light and the Dark side? Well, struggle no further. This Loungefly backpack design includes so many of our favorite friends from the Star Wars films. How can you go wrong? You can snag these bags on Hollywood Blvd. at Hollywood Studios. The new Loungefly bags will be the perfect way to sport your favorite Star Wars characters while walking through Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge very soon. Read more about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge here! Which Loungfly backpack is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the Star Wars news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Related posts: What’s New at Hollywood Studios This Week: Skyliner Progress, Tatooine Traders Construction, and More Holiday Fun! 2019 Disney Restaurant ULTIMATE GUIDE: What You Need To Know About EVERY Restaurant Opening In Disney World and Disneyland in 2019! Alien Popcorn Buckets, a New Dessert, and More Star Wars Updates: Everything New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios This Week! View the full article

There’s no shortage of fun cups and mugs at the Disney Parks, and lo and behold, on our visit to Animal Kingdom today we found another awesome tumbler! This time it’s Finding Nemo — with the adorable clown fish included! Finding Nemo Tumbler We spotted the tumbler at several drink and snack carts all around the park, so keep your eyes peeled for it! The cost for the Nemo Tumbler is $11.75 added onto the cost of any drink. Can you imagine Nemo floating in your drink?! So fun! Finding Nemo Tumbler But as an added bonus: there’s a light in the domed lid with four different settings! Light Up Dome So if you’re chillin’ with Nemo for Animal Kingdom’s nighttime entertainment, you’ll be all lit up! Finding Nemo Tumbler The Nemo Tumbler is a great souvenir because it combines cuteness and function! Get yours the next time you’re exploring Animal Kingdom’s winding paths! Subscribe to the DFB Newsletter today, and we’ll keep you up-to-date on all the Disney Parks News! Would you “just keep swimming” with Nemo? Let us know what you think in the comments! Related posts: What’s New to Buy in Animal Kingdom Park: August 6, 2018 The Halloween Cupcake at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom is Just Right for Fall! Review: Drinks and Bites at Animal Kingdom’s Restaurantosaurus Lounge! View the full article

Walt Disney shares rocketed to an all-time high Friday after the company revealed plans for its news streaming arena. Disney Plus video streaming is being released in tandem with a blockbuster lineup of films coming out this year, including Aladdin, Toy Story 4, The Lion King, Frozen 2 and Star... View the full article

When people ask me where I work, I’m always proud to say that I work for the Disney Signature Experiences collection, including Disney Vacation Club. But, today, I have even more to be proud about! I’m excited to share with you that Disney Vacation Club was honored recently by the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) with the ACE Employer of the Year Award, which recognizes the highest levels of excellence in the resort timeshare industry. This award speaks volumes about all the amazing “Disney Differences” Disney Vacation Clubs offers its cast members, ranging from comprehensive benefits and the new education investment program, Disney Aspire, to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, all in addition to the company’s overarching values. Each cast member plays a starring role in the success of the company and creating the magic for our many Disney Vacation Club Members and guests. It really is a privilege to work for a company that recognizes these efforts and supports its employees every day. Disney Vacation Club also took home two additional awards – best print magazine for Members (Disney Files) and best marketing program. I’ll hope you’ll share in my excitement and congratulate Disney Vacation Club for these honors! View the full article

This month’s Best Bites is filled to the brim with new menus, savory dishes, and even a few sweet offerings sprinkled in! At both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort, there are new breakfast, brunch, and lunch offerings as well as some DELISH items for Dapper Days, new dishes at Lamplight Lounge, a tasty cupcake at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter, and even a new coffee bar at ESPN Wide World of Sports. Starting at Walt Disney World Resort, the recently-opened Jaleo by José Andrés and its attached quick-service restaurant, Pepe, are now open for lunch and dinner daily starting at 11:30 a.m. Just head on over to Disney Springs to feast on the flavors of Spain at both of these locations, offering authentic Spanish tapas, paella, sandwiches, gazpacho, and more. Over on The Landing at Disney Springs, Wine Bar George is now serving brunch! You can now enjoy Wine Country Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Menu highlights include savory dishes such as Burrata with avocado and bacon, Wine Country Omelet with artichoke, asparagus, and an olive and tomato medley, and Eggs Benedict with house-made chicken sausage, hollandaise, and crispy polenta cake. There’s also the classic Sausage Gravy and Biscuits plate which comes with house-made biscuits and bacon. For a hearty option, the mouthwatering Steak & Eggs Frites is a great option with skirt steak, eggs, and sriracha hollandaise served over warm steak fries. On the sweet side, you’ll love the French Toast dish with brioche, mascarpone, and caramel sauce. And of course, it wouldn’t be a brunch without a fresh mimosa! Featured on the brunch menu is the Frozcato Mimosa made with Dole Whip Pineapple, Moscato, and prosecco – YUM. Other refreshing beverages include the Aperol Rosé Spritz, sangria, frosé with rosé, vodka, and strawberry, and the Wake Up Call with espresso-infused barsol pisco and espresso liqueur. In addition, you can now purchase a Wine Bar George limited edition stemless cup (that keeps drinks chilled for up to 9 hours!) and your cup will be filled with Frozcato, a refreshing beverage made with Dole Whip Pineapple, Moscato, and Vodka at no charge. Your beverage will include a festive paper pineapple straw and is available daily for $35 while supplies last. Speaking of wake up calls – if you’re looking for a great way to start your day at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Whispering Canyon Cafe recently debuted an amazing array of breakfast skillets. There’s something for everyone, from the Heritage Skillet and the Carnivores Skillet to the Lighter Side Breakfast Skillet with egg white spinach frittata. Oh, and did I mention that there are MICKEY WAFFLES, too? For all the juicy details, check out my recent blog post detailing each dish. Next up, Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co. has opened a brand-new location at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. This new quick-service location is located at the former Welcome Center and offers a variety of beverages and menu items. Sip on artisan roasted coffees, teas, and lattes as well as pastries and other specialty items including breakfast sandwiches, acai bowls, and other healthful alternatives. Exclusive to the location is “The Game Changer” – a new cold brew specialty beverage with a shot of espresso and light cream. Last up at Walt Disney World Resort, Mardi Gras might be over, but did you know you can celebrate it year-round at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter? In addition to classic Cajun dishes and sugar-dusted beignets, you should definitely try the Mardi Gras Cupcake. This vanilla cupcake comes filled with chocolate buttercream and is topped with vanilla buttercream icing – you can find it at Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory! At the Disneyland Resort – Disneyland park offering a few specialty offerings, available this weekend April 13 and 14 only. Try the Classic Brownie á la Mode at Hungry Bear Restaurant. It’s topped with vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce, whipped cream, and a cherry. At Harbour Galley, share a Cheese Fondue for Two with your sweetheart. This white cheddar cheese sauce comes served in a sourdough bread bowl with broccoli, cauliflower, bell peppers, tomatoes, carrots, mushrooms, and andouille sausage. And over at French Market, you’ll love the Bowtie Pasta with caramelized beef, sweet onions, herbs, and mushrooms in a cream sauce. Rounding out Best Bites this month are two new sharable dishes on the “Shorts” to Share menu at Lamplight Lounge. Chow down on the new Kobe Beef Sliders with beer and bacon cheese sauce, tomato-habanero chutney, lettuce, and pickled onions served on toasted Amish buns. You can also enjoy the Spotlight Nachos – a new rotational nachos dish that you definitely won’t want to miss. Right now, you can enjoy the Barbacoa Nachos with chile-spiced beef barbacoa and house-made tortilla chips topped with pinto bean purée, spicy tomatillo salsa, onions, cilantro, chipotle cheese sauce, queso fresco, and pickled jalapeños. Okay, I don’t know about you but I am DEFINITELY hungry after writing about all of this delicious Disney food! If you’re wanting to try it out for yourself, you can find out more info and make reservations calling or going online. For the west coast, visit the Disneyland Resort website or call 714 781-DINE (714-781-3463). For the east coast, visit the Walt Disney World Resort website or call 407 WDW-DINE (407-939-3463). Happy snacking! View the full article

You may recall when we opened Town Center at Disney Springs we also opened the Welcome Center, a convenient and beautiful location for the Guest Relations team at the heart of our property. For the past four years, our cast members have been making magic and assisting with any and all guest needs and I’m thrilled to share we’ve expanded our services to a new location called the Disney Ticket Center. Conveniently located at Disney Springs Town Center near the Welcome Center and Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza, this location is your new one-stop shop for most of your ticketing needs including the following: Purchase Disney theme park tickets, make upgrades and pick up will call tickets (including special event tickets like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party) Purchase or renew Walt Disney World Resort Annual Passes Purchase Military Salute tickets and upgrades Make Disney Springs restaurant reservations Still in need of general assistance? Don’t worry! Our Guest Relations team at the Welcome Center will continue to assist with lost and found items, currency exchange, and any general questions you may have to make your visit with us as hassle-free as possible. The Disney Ticket Center operating hours are Sunday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.- 11:30 p.m. View the full article

If you have been to Disney World recently — more specifically, to Disney’s Hollywood Studios — you may have seen the sky filled with Disney Skyliner gondolas, which remain in testing as the new transportation system is being prepared to carry guests this fall. Hollywood Studios Skyliner Testing While in testing, the gondola cabins have remained under cover, for the most part. (Though we have seen a few unwrapped here and there.) And today, the cabins we saw were still, indeed, under wraps. Disney Skyliner Gondola But we couldn’t help but notice the presence of one of the Fab Five detected beneath the covering… Disney Skyliner Gondola GAWRSH! I know, it’s a little hard to see — what with being covered and all — but that sure looks like Goofy’s orange shirt, wide eyes, and signature grin! Disney has previously shared concept art of the Skyliner cabins, many of which will feature characters on the outside. Disney Skyliner Concept Art But getting a look at them in person — even through a wrap — brings a new level of excitement as we wait for the Disney Skyliner to begin transporting guests in the future! Find out more about the Disney Skyliner by clicking here! 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. Are you excited to ride the Disney Skyliner? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s New at Hollywood Studios This Week: Skyliner Progress, Tatooine Traders Construction, and More Holiday Fun! Spotted! Gondolas at Hollywood Studios Disney Skyliner Station! Check It Out!! Disney’s Skyliner System Testing Gondolas at Full Speed! View the full article

Star Wars Celebration is in full swing in Chicago this weekend, and just moments ago, the title of the franchise’s epic ninth installment was revealed! Star Wars Episode IX The Rise of Skywalker poster Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker will hit theaters on December 20, 2019. The trailer — narrated by Luke Skywalker himself — promises to illustrate how “The saga comes to an end”. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Screenshots of the trailer show many familiar faces are returning, including Rey, Princess Leia (played by the late Carrie Fisher), BB-8, Chewie, and C3-PO. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker No word on a plot line (of course), but you can rest assured that with the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland on May 31 and at Walt Disney World on August 29, the fervor over the franchise will reach a fever pitch at the end of this year! And to whet your appetite: the trailer for Episode IX!  How excited are you for The Rise of Skywalker? Let us know with a comment! Related posts: How To Get Monthly Discounts at House of Blues Locations! NEW Info About Ronto Roasters in Disney’s Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge! Disney World Refillable Resort Mugs to Receive a Halloween Makeover for 2018 View the full article

Earlier this week, we brought you along to see the temporary bar set up in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa as Mizner’s Lounge was closed to begin a lengthy refurbishment. And now, we know what is coming when the space reopens in the fall… because Disney has announced that a lounge inspired by “Beauty and the Beast” is on its way to the Grand Floridian! Beauty and the Beast-themed Lounge Concept Art ©Disney Disney shares that “the enchanting lounge will celebrate the magic and romance of the popular Disney live-action movie.” The new lounge will feature four unique spaces inspired by the film. (Note that the neighboring Commander Porter’s shop was also closed along with Mizner’s to make way for this upcoming experience.) Disney states that the signature bar “will glow from the light of a magnificent gold chandelier that takes its inspiration from Belle’s flowing ball gown,” which will provide nods to the Enchanted Rose. Enchanted Rose at Be Our Guest Restaurant A former library will showcase “classical baroque designs and French furnishings inspired by Belle, with hints of the Beast’s friends.” The whimsical garden room will be inspired by the enchanted forest around Beast’s Castle. There will even be an outdoor patio which will “evoke the romance of Beast’s garden terrace.” We are itching to know what you all think of this news, so please chime in! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited to hear about the Beauty and the Beast-themed lounge? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: A Week’s Worth of Gourmet Hot Dogs Debut at Grand Floridian’s Gasparilla Island Grill Every. Single. Rose Gold Snack. in Disney World 2019 Disney Dining Plans AND Disney World Vacation Packages Announced View the full article

After eight films, the Skywalker saga will come to a close this December. And now the much anticipated upcoming “Star Wars” release has an official title: “Star Wars — Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker.” Friday morning at the Star Wars Celebration fan convention in Chicago, Disney unveiled the... View the full article

After eight films, the Skywalker saga will come to a close this December. And now the much anticipated upcoming “Star Wars” release has an official title: “Star Wars — Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker.” Friday morning at the Star Wars Celebration fan convention in Chicago, Disney unveiled the... View the full article

Walt Disney shares rocketed to an all-time high Friday after the company revealed plans for its news streaming arena. Disney Plus video streaming is being released in tandem with a blockbuster lineup of films coming out this year, including Aladdin, Toy Story 4, The Lion King, Frozen 2 and Star... View the full article

Tie your napkin around your neck, because we are excited to announce that a new “Beauty and the Beast”-inspired lounge is coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa this fall. The enchanting lounge will celebrate the magic and romance of the popular Disney live-action movie. Formerly Mizner’s Lounge and Commander Porter’s, this re-imagined lounge will feature four unique spaces inspired by Belle and the Beast. The signature bar will glow from the light of a magnificent gold chandelier that takes its inspiration from Belle’s flowing ball gown, with subtle nods to the Beast’s magical rose. The formal library showcases classical baroque designs and French furnishings inspired by Belle, with hints of the Beast’s friends. The garden room will be a whimsical space that draws its inspiration from the enchanted forest surrounding Beast’s castle. And an outdoor patio will evoke the romance of Beast’s garden terrace. It’s the latest new Disney magic coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. In February, we announced a new Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique location will open this summer at the beloved and picturesque resort hotel located on the banks of the Seven Seas Lagoon. With charm and elegance to be found around every turn, this quaint bar and lounge will be the place where you can put our service to the test and share a tale as old as time. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for more updates! View the full article

Duffy’s friend StellaLou is making her first visit to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa. Here is how she decided that she just had to visit and find out about the hula, Hawaiian dance: One day, Mickey and Duffy were sharing their memories from their recent trip to Hawai‘i. Excited and curious, Duffy’s friends were all ears! As Mickey and Duffy talked about all of the things they saw and experienced, what caught StellaLou’s attention was the Hawaiian dance they talked about. Curious about all kinds of dance, StellaLou decided that she needed to experience this dance for herself. Her dreams were about to come true as she joined Mickey and Duffy on a trip to the Hawaiian Islands. View the full article

The Mickey Mouse Balloon Popcorn Bucket found in Magic Kingdom now has his picture-perfect match… Mickey and Minnie Balloon Popcorn Buckets … since the Minnie Mouse Balloon Popcorn Bucket has now arrived in Magic Kingdom! Minnie Balloon Popcorn Bucket The Bucket (which you may recognize from her Disneyland debut) is complete with nods to the lovely — and always in fashion — Minnie, with plenty of polka dots and an absolutely gigantic bow. Minnie Balloon Popcorn Bucket But that’s not the only bow you’ll see, as bows top Minnie’s famous yellow shoes which can be seen all over the specialty bucket strap! Minnie Balloon Popcorn Bucket And, of course, the aforementioned strap is held in place by the signature white gloves. Minnie Balloon Popcorn Bucket Both the Mickey and Minnie Balloon Popcorn Buckets can currently be found in Magic Kingdom (with the ever-present caveat of “while supplies last.”) Mickey and Minnie Balloon Popcorn Buckets Though they can always change location, we found the Minnie Bucket today at the Popcorn Cart near Cinderella Castle. Popcorn Cart in Hub near Cinderella Castle The Mickey Bucket is still at the Main Street Popcorn Cart in Town Square (as of this morning). Main Street Popcorn Cart So, as of press time, you can pick up this couple… Mickey and Minnie Balloon Popcorn Buckets … in honor of THIS COUPLE! Everyone’s favorite couple: Mickey and Minnie! “See Ya Real Soon!” 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 you be picking up the Minnie Mouse Balloon Popcorn Bucket? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Hooray!! Find Out Which Popcorn Bucket Just Arrived in Magic Kingdom! New Eats At Golden Oak Outpost in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom What’s New in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom: July 11, 2018 View the full article

Why is a little, unassuming donut cart parked in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland one of our go-to spots for treats? Because it’s a donut cart, and its donuts are legendary. (Check out these Mickey and Minnie donuts for proof!) But we recently discovered something entirely different at this charming little cart: a fun new Travel Mug designed to celebrate Mickey’s 90th birthday! Mickey’s 90th Birthday Travel Mug The donut cart sells more than donuts, although it would be totally cool with us if it didn’t. And with this Mickey-approved travel mug you can grab a hot or cold beverage of your choice to go along with your donut or cookie! How sweet is that? Even sweeter: the mug features depictions of Mickey through the decades!! Sorcerer Mickey’s hat is there, too, as well as Mickey in profile, classic Mickey ears — even a Mickey Cutie! Mickey’s 90th Birthday Travel Mug Astronaut Mickey is living his best life in front of Space Mountain (peep that Mickey-shaped planet in the background, too!). Mickey’s 90th Birthday Travel Mug Mickey in his shades, in Mickey Ice Cream Bar form, and with his best gal add a serious cool factor. Mickey’s 90th Birthday Travel Mug We love that this celebration of Mickey includes so many iconic images of our favorite mouse, and we can’t wait to add this to our extensive (understatement alert!) travel mug collection! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! And check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Which Mickey is your favorite? Let us know with a comment! Related posts: Halloween Time Eats: Black Rose Dessert at Disneyland’s Red Rose Taverne Disneyland Review: Mickey Ears Cupcake at Whitewater Snacks for Get Your Ears On! Disneyland Review: Double Chocolate Fritters at Royal St Veranda View the full article