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You will definitely want to keep your eyes peeled the next time you visit the ice cream freezers in your local grocery store. And this time, the reason is not only because you might find Mickey Ice Cream Bars on the shelves (although that’s still a great reason). Nope, the latest Ice Cream Scavenger Hunt is due to the release of TWO new Edy’s/Dreyer’s ice cream flavors inspired by the upcoming Toy Story 4 film! Image shared by @candyhunting on Instagram On Instagram, @candyhunting has shared the scoop on the two flavors: Cinnamon Churro Carnival Combo and Chocolate Peanut Butter Midway Mash-Up! And reports are coming in that they’re even being spotted on shelves already. For instance, The Impulsive Buy reports sightings at the grocery chain called Giant Eagle (with locations in Pennsylvania, primarily around Pittsburgh), with credit to Hannah H for the spotting in their post. Please do let us know if you find these Toy Story 4 flavors! We loved hearing from DFB readers when we were ALL joining the hunt for the Mickey Ice Cream bars, and it would be super fun to compile a similar list of where you can find the Toy Story 4 flavors! Mickey Ice Cream Bars at Home Now… which flavor will you choose?! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be looking for the Toy Story 4 flavors in your grocery store? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Guest Review: Holiday Drinks at Trout Pass Pool Bar in Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Beauty and the Beast Treat: Enchanted Rose Cake Pop New DFB Video: The Mickey Ear Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich Snack Hack! View the full article

Happy Valentine’s Day! To celebrate this special day, we had artist Ashley Taylor create this special Disney Parks Blog digital wallpaper for all of you. To create this design, Ashley found inspiration in some of her favorite Disney couples, as well as traditional Valentine’s Day candies. You can download this new wallpaper for either your mobile device or desktop. Download this wallpaper for your desktop or mobile device. 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 here. View the full article

They were Disney co-workers, although they had never met since they were based in different cities. Whenever Christopher Copeland was stuck on a question working with vacationers on the reservations telephone line, Joy from the employee help desk usually guided him. Their conversations were strictly... View the full article

Happy Valentine’s Day from Disney Vacation Club! Today’s special Disney Doodle Valentine celebrates Disney romance and towers with our beloved tower-dwelling princess Rapunzel and Flynn Rider. Imagine you and your loved one in a Tower Studio next Valentine’s Day where magic meets amore at the all-new, proposed Disney’s Riviera Resort, projected to open Fall 2019. Each charming Tower Studio at the upcoming resort will include a private balcony with scenic views and seating for two — so romantic! What are you and your loved ones doing to celebrate this Valentine’s Day? Thanks to artist Evan Peltier for the Disney Doodle! View the full article

Earlier today, Paige O’Hara, the voice of Belle from “Beauty & The Beast,” stopped by the France Pavilion at Epcot to revisit her “tale as old as time” with Belle and Beast for Valentine’s Day. She even got the chance to waltz with Beast, just as her animated counterpart did in the iconic scene in the film. Paige shared that she has very fond memories of creating the film, and says she’s thrilled the film has been a favorite of so many over the years. “When we were doing the film, we all knew it was really special, but we had no idea of the longevity of this movie. It resonates with everybody. It’s about beauty that comes from within!” she said. Paige, who in addition to being a Disney Legend, has been a Disney fine artist for more than a decade, is in town for an appearance at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts, which will take place February 14-18, from 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. daily. Would you like to meet Paige at the event? Her autograph sessions will take place at the Disney Fine Art by Collectors Editions Festival Market located between France and Morocco in World Showcase. A wristband is required to meet her and a limited number of them will be distributed with purchase at the signing location on the day of each signing. (Only two items may be signed per guest – no personal items can be signed. A valid Walt Disney World Resort receipt will also be required). Event information subject to change without notice. While supplies last. View the full article

Disney Cruise Line voyages and Adventures by Disney guided vacations have long been the most popular exchanges for Disney Vacation Club Members, and new discount offers are making these options even more appealing in 2019. Disney Cruise Line, for example, is offering eligible Members a 30 percent discount off original points chart values for select Bahamian sailings aboard the Disney Dream out of Port Canaveral, Fla. (5-night sailings departing June 28, and July 7 and 12, 2019 – each featuring two stops at Disney’s private-island paradise, Castaway Cay), as well as select Mexican Riviera sailings aboard the Disney Wonder out of San Diego, Calif. (7-night Halloween on the High Seas voyages departing Oct. 20 and 27, 2019). Click here to learn more about this offer and eligible itineraries. Our friends at Adventures by Disney, meanwhile, are inviting eligible Members to save at least 20 percent off original points chart values for select river cruises and land-based trips. River cruises included in the Adventures by Disney offer include Danube River Cruises (featuring eight destinations in four countries – Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary) departing June 6, July 12 and Dec. 15, 2019, and Rhine River Cruises (featuring six destinations in four countries – Switzerland, France, Germany and the Netherlands) departing July 15, 22 and 29, 2019. Those preferring to “adventure together” on land may apply this Adventures by Disney discount to short escapes in the U.S. (with options in Boston, New York City, the American Southwest and more), and lengthier explorations of Europe, Asia, Central America and South America. Each discount applies to reservations made entirely with vacation points, or through a combination of vacation points and cash. Click here to learn more about the Adventures by Disney offer including specific itineraries ad dates. Call Member Services at (800) 800-9800 to take advantage of these offers, presented as part of Membership Magic. And now, the uninteresting but also unavoidable fine print … As a part of Membership Extras, an incidental benefit, these member benefits are subject to change, availability or termination and may require a fee. Membership Extras are available with eligible ownership interests. Visit http://disneyvacationclub.com/memextraspolicy for more information. Disney Cruise Line offer details: The offer is not available for Members who are making all-cash bookings directly through Disney Cruise Line; only valid when booking through Disney Vacation Club Member Services. Offer is available only to Members who purchase using Reservation Points or combination of Reservation Points and cash. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses included in Reservation Points. Offer valid only for Categories 04A-11C. If a Member has an existing reservation for a category 04A-11C stateroom on these sailings, the new price will automatically be honored. The offer cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. Reservation Points are per person, based on double occupancy. Activities, entertainment and Characters are subject to change. Offer subject to Disney Cruise Line Terms and Conditions and Disney Vacation Club Cancellation Policy. Adventures by Disney offer: The offer is not available for Members who are making all-cash bookings directly through Adventures by Disney; only valid when booking through Disney Vacation Club Member Services. Offer is available only to Members who purchase using Reservation Points or combination of Reservation Points and cash. The offer cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. Reservation Points are per person, based on double occupancy. Airfare to and from destination is not included and travel time necessary to reach a given destination is not included in calculating trip lengths. Certain trips may begin early on the first day of the itinerary and may end late on the last day. Members should contact Member Services for additional information, including trip components and dates, details about overnight accommodations required before and after itinerary dates, age ranges, gratuities, additional surcharges, etc. NOTE: “Click here” in DCL section should link to DCL’s offer landing page View the full article

Just a few days ago we let you in on the newest undead mug gracing the shelves of Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at Disneyland (click here to read all about it!), and now our Insta-pal @mugs_of_disney has given us a detailed look at the latest Shrunken Head Zombie Mug — available now at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto in Walt Disney World! Trader Sam’s Zombie Mug This is a delightfully gory design, with stitched eyes and mouth, lots of hairy-looking marks on the face, and decorative piercings on the front and back. The red wash makes the whole thing… zombie fabulous. (That’s a thing. We made it up.) Trader Sam’s Zombie Mug! The mug comes imprinted with its info on the bottom noting this is the 3rd edition and that it’s come from the Grog Grotto. Trader Sam’s Zombie Mug So collectible, right? We love that Trader Sam’s has an ever-changing selection of mugs, from zombies to submarines to tikis! And what’s any Disney mug collection without a zombie mug from the headhunter himself? If you haven’t already signed up for the DFB Newsletter, what are you waiting for? Subscribe here so you don’t miss a thing! Are you a Trader Sam’s mug fan? Tell us which one has been your favorite! Related posts: Review: Limited Time Drinks and Classics at Walt Disney World’s Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Review: Dinner at Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Jiko Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar to Host Smuggler’s Series: Bourbon County Stout View the full article

Our visit to Magic Kingdom was busy this week! We found a restock with a price increase, a fun krispie treat, more construction and refurbishment work, Haunted Mansion merchandise is back in stock, and more! Hello from the Magic Kingdom! Look who was in the Magic Kingdom looking rather relaxed — none other than Chicken Little! He was visiting yesterday as part of the rarely-seen-in-the-parks character visits during Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration — learn more about these visits here. What’s New in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland The Mickey Sipper, that is a part of Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration, is back in stock at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe — but with a higher price tag on it! Cosmic Ray’s Mickey Sipper Signage The new, higher price after a restock isn’t the only odd thing about this Sipper’s price — read all about the Mickey Sipper Cup’s price increase in Disney World and difference in price between Disney World and Disneyland for the same item here! Mickey Birthday Souvenir Sipper There’s a lot of activity going on in the area of the temporarily-closed Tomorrowland Speedway and behind it as work progresses on the construction of the Tron Attraction. The new Tron Attraction opens in 2021 — learn more here! Tron Construction Be sure to see all the photos of the construction progress on Tron here! Tron Construction What’s New in Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland In Fantasyland by the Train Station you’ll notice new construction walls are up around the Casey Jr. Splash ‘n’ Soak Station during refurbishment. Casey Jr Splash ‘n’ Soak Refurbishment Learn more about Casey Jr.’s refurbishment and when it will re-open here! Casey Jr. Splash ‘n’ Soak Refurbishment Casey Jr.’s isn’t the only location in Fanstasyland undergoing some refurbishment. You’ll also find construction walls and some scrims up around the Castle Couture shop as the exterior of the store is refurbished. Castle Couture Refurbishment Rounding out the construction and closures — a portion Cinderella Castle is still blocked off, including the path to the wishing well, as they work to take down the Christmas lights from the Castle. Cinderella Castle Crane It’s not all construction in Fanstasyland, we found the Minnie Donut Krispie Treats in Big Top Treats — learn more about these cuties here! Minnie Donut Krispie Treats What’s New in Magic Kingdom’s Shops and Stores — New and Returning Merchandise! Yeah! The Haunted Mansion Spirit Jerseys were back in stock in Mickey’s Star Traders! It’s been a while since we’ve seen these in stock, so was a nice surprise! If you won’t be in the parks soon you can buy this online! Haunted Mansion Spirit Jersey We also found these perfectly spooky looking Haunted Mansion Bat Ears back in stock in Memento Mori and The Emporium. Haunted Mansion Bat Ears That must-have Light Up Snack Necklace was in quite a few stores in the park today! Be sure to grab yours while you can! Disney Snacks Light Up Snack Necklace See more pictures of the Disney Snacks Light Up Necklace here! Disney Snacks Light Up Necklace If you want bag clips with some Disney style you’ve got to get this set of Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar bag clips! Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar Bag Clips How fun will it be to see these in the pantry on your bags? Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar Bag Clips What’s New in Magic Kingdom’s Eateries It looks like Disney is changing suppliers for their cold drink cups in the parks. The supplier has been Dixie, and that is who supplied the cups we got when we picked up our free water yesterday (learn more about free water in Disney here). Disney Cold Drink Cups by Dixie Disney Cold Drink Cups by Dixie However, when we picked up a soda we noticed the cup was supplied by Solo. Disney Cold Drink Cups by Solo As you can see both suppliers are using the same graphics on the cup. Unless you look at the bottom of the cup to see the brand, you may not notice the change. Disney Cold Drink Cups by Dixie We’ll close this post with a Happy Valentine’s Day from Mickey and Minnie! See all the special treats you can indulge in on Valentines Day here (or special Villaintines Day treats here!). Happy Valentine’s Day! What was your favorite update from this week’s Magic Kingdom update? Let us know in the comments below! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our video The Latest News From Disney Parks! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is now available! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Related posts: Mickey Sippers are BACK In Stock in Walt Disney World — But What’s Up With the Price?! What’s New in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom: Everything We Found this Week! Construction Update and Photos in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom — Including Tron! View the full article

There sure is a whole lotta construction happening in the Magic Kingdom these days! While it’s not quite as intrusive as all of the work happening in Disneyland, we’re starting to feel a little claustrophobic with all these walls going up! Walls Up Around Casey Jr Splash ‘N’ Soak Station The kids’ water play area in Storybook Circus is getting a few updates. The interactive area features Casey Jr. – the train from the classic Dumbo film – along with a monkey, elephant, and camel that spray water. Walls Up Around Casey Jr Splash ‘N’ Soak Station It is scheduled to reopen on March 25, 2019 – here’s hoping it doesn’t get too hot in the Sunshine State before then! Casey Jr Splash ‘N’ Soak Station Will Be Back on Track Soon! We also spotted some construction walls up around the Castle Couture shop. Castle Couture Refurbishment It seems like the shop is just getting a bit of a facelift. It’s still open during construction, so no worries if you were planning on picking up a princess outfit on your next visit to the Magic Kingdom! Castle Couture Refurbishment Everyone’s favorite crane is still hanging around! The crane is used to take down the holiday Dream Lights on Cinderella Castle, so we expect to see it gone soon. The Castle Crane is Still Hanging Around Finally, we stopped by Tomorrowland to check up on the progress of that Tron attraction moving in next to Space Mountain! Tron Attraction Construction The coaster-style attraction, which is based on the TRON Lightcycle Power Run at Shanghai Disneyland, is a HUGE construction project resulting in the temporary closure of TWO Magic Kingdom attractions: The Walt Disney World Railroad and Tomorrowland Speedway. Tomorrowland Speedway Closed for Tron Attraction Construction We spotted the Tomorrowland Speedway cars parked and up on lifts for some down-time refurbishments. The Tomorrowland Speedway is expected to reopen this summer. There’s no word on when The Walt Disney World Railroad will reopen just yet. Tomorrowland Speedway Closed for Tron Attraction Construction Over in Storybook Circus we were able to see a different view of the construction — including a better look what that crane is up to. Tron Attraction Construction The Tron attraction is set to open in 2021 to coincide with Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. For more info about the Tron attraction and more upcoming attractions all over Walt Disney World, click here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is now available! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Related posts: Review! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Treats (with Haunted Mansion Portrait Desserts!) Review: ALL! THE! CHEESE! at Casey’s Corner in the Magic Kingdom Review: Sweets Eats at Gaston’s Tavern in the Magic Kingdom! View the full article

Walt Disney World guests looking to pick up the adorable and festive Mickey Sipper last week were disappointed to discover that it was sold out at locations in Magic Kingdom. If you recall, this expressive vessel arrived on the scene to celebrate Mickey’s 90th birthday back in November, and it stuck around for the celebration into the new year! Mickey Birthday Souvenir Sipper Click here to see more of the Mickey Sipper — and to reminisce about Mickey’s birthday party! Now we’ve got some good news and some bad news. The good: the Mickey Sipper is back! We found it in Cosmic Ray’s! But the bad news: it’s now more expensive! From Mickey’s birthday until the Sipper sold out last week, it was $13.99. Casey’s Mickey Sipper Signage in January It returned yesterday with an all-new price: $15.99! This still pales in comparison to the price for the same Mickey Sipper at Disneyland where it’s $24.99 (!!), but we wanted you to know you’ll need to shell out a couple more bucks to take Mickey home from Disney World now! Cosmic Ray’s Mickey Sipper Signage And let’s be honest: isn’t the Mickey Sipper priceless? You only turn 90 once! Ready to be totally in the know about all the Disney Parks news? Sign up for the DFB Newsletter today! Will you make Mickey yours on your next trip to the World? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below! Related posts: What’s New in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom?: April 10, 2018 Is This Secret Menu Item In Magic Kingdom Worth the Hype…and the PRICE? Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe Undergoing Partial Refurbishment in Magic Kingdom View the full article

Aloha from Aulani Resort! If you are celebrating Valentine’s Day here at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, or want to share some yummy treats with your loved ones who are enjoying this holiday of love at the resort, we have wonderfully edible offerings available! Chef Carolyn Portuondo has created special in-room amenities, for purchase, offered now through Feb. 16. To order, guests may contact Guests Services by calling (808) 674-6200. All orders will be delivered between the hours of 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. HST, and please allow four hours’ notice on your order. A delivery charge, gratuity and sales tax will be applied to each order as a Private Dining Amenity. For those staying at Aulani Resort, be on the lookout as Chef Carolyn is also working on some special Valentine’s dessert offerings that will be available at Ulu Cafe! Yum! And if you are traveling with your keiki, ages 3-12, who would also like to enjoy a special holiday offering, at Aunty’s Beach House we are offering an enhanced, exclusive program to celebrate Valentine’s Day! The Hawaiian word for love is aloha — and keiki can share in the aloha of Valentine’s Day at “Celebrate Aloha at Aunty’s Beach House” with Valentine’s crafts, activities and our magical Disney Friends. This special program also includes a keepsake photo with these magical Disney Friends. The special program is offered Feb. 15, 16, 19, 22 and 23 from 6-7 p.m. HST, with check-in 30 minutes prior to the start of the program. Reservations to take part in this offering may be made by calling Guest Services. And as with any use of this amazing children’s club, please be sure your child is registered to attend Aunty’s Beach House at least 48 hours in advance. The complimentary use of Aunty’s Beach House, included in your stay, also remains available during normal operating hours. Wherever you are celebrating, we wish you and your loved ones a “happy day of love,” or as we say in Hawai‘i, Hau‘oli La Pili aloha! Note: In printed materials, Aulani uses the contemporary spelling of Hawaiian words, which includes marks such as the kahako (macron). Because these marks do not often display correctly in electronic formats, including the text of the Disney Parks Blog, we’ve omitted them to ensure clarity. View the full article

Baseball fans visiting Walt Disney World Resort over the next five weeks will be able to experience the magic of the game up close as the Atlanta Braves hold their final spring training season at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Pitchers and catchers report Feb. 15, and the team will be at Walt Disney World through its final spring training game at Champion Stadium, a March 23 matchup with the New York Mets. One of the surprise teams in all of Major League Baseball in 2018, the Braves will hold their spring training for the 22nd and final season this year. The club is moving its spring training operations to Sarasota County (North Port, Fla.) in 2020. This year, baseball fans visiting Disney will have one last opportunity to take in some spring training action as several of MLB’s marquee teams – the Houston Astros, New York Yankees and St. Louis Cardinals – are scheduled to battle the Braves, winners of the 2018 National League East. Atlanta’s first home spring training game is set for Monday, Feb. 25, when the club hosts the Washington Nationals at 1:05 p.m. at Champion Stadium. Additionally, the Braves will play two games against the power-hitting Astros (March 4, 17), and will play one game against the vaunted Yankees (March 18). Other top teams scheduled to battle the Braves this spring include the Tampa Bay Rays, Toronto Blue Jays, Philadelphia Phillies, Detroit Tigers and the Miami Marlins. Atlanta’s 16-game home spring training schedule also includes three night games (all beginning at 6:05 p.m.). The Braves will play their final spring training game at Disney Saturday, March 23, at 1:05 p.m. against the New York Mets. So, if you and your family are going to be at Disney over the next month or so and you want to catch a game, you can find tickets at braves.com/springtraining, as well as through Ticketmaster outlets (800-745-3000) and at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Box Office. View the full article

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Hi, there! We’re back with another DFB Video today and we’re bringing you all the latest news from the Disney Parks! Coming Soon! Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy!! We’re talking about new credit card policies for Disney hotels, new menu reviews and all the latest and greatest snacks, restaurant closures, a new $12,000 Disney World tour (!?!), and SO much more… because, as always, there’s LOTS of news to share when it comes to the Disney Parks! And we’re discussing all the latest from the past few weeks 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 do you think is the most interesting news lately when it comes to Disney Parks? Related posts: DFB Video: What’s NEW in Walt Disney World AND Disneyland DFB Video: 2018 Disney Year in Review! DFB Video: What’s Coming to Disney Parks In 2019 And BEYOND! View the full article

It’s nearly Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival season — and the menu for the event has sprouted up on Disney’s website. The festival will be held from March 6 to June 3. Four new booths have been added to the lineup, bringing the total number of marketplaces to 17. Here’s a look at... View the full article

The 2019 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival will run from March 6 – June 3, 2019. And today we’re bringing you the FULL MENUS for the Festival’s Outdoor Kitchens! Epcot Flower and Garden Festival This annual celebration of all things that bloom features gorgeous themed topiaries around the park, the Garden Rocks Concert Series, and much more! Beauty and the Beast topiary And our personal favorite feature of the Festival is the Outdoor Kitchens. These food booths, similar to the Marketplace Booths for the Food and Wine Festival — focus on flavors fresh from the garden for Epcot’s spring festival. And today, we have the FULL MENUS for the Outdoor Kitchens! Check out the FULL MENUS for the Flower and Garden Festival Food Booths here! There will be a total of 17 Food Booths for 2019 — and that’s an unprecedented number for this Festival! Returning favorites and all-new flavors will make up the offerings, so let’s take a look! NEW Booths and Menu Items NEW BOOTHS will include Arbor at The Gardener’s Terrace! Gardener Donald! Look for Fried Green Tomatoes with Blue Crab-fennel Salad, Remoulade and Smoked Paprika Oil and Mixed Berry Buttermilk Cake, served with Apple Cider Sorbet among the offerings at this celebration of the results of spending time in the garden! AdventHealth will host the Flavor Full Kitchen! This focus on healthy cuisine will feature Citrus-poached Salmon with Ancient Grain Salad, Roasted Vegetables, Citrus Greens and a non-alcoholic Blood Orange Aqua Fresca among the choices. Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival The Citrus Blossom is also new, and lemon, orange and lime flavors will bring their brightness to dishes like Lobster Tail with Meyer Lemon Emulsion and Grilled Lemon and Citrus Shortcake. Also new is the Trowel & Trellis hosted by IMPOSSIBLE Foods! Grilled Street Corn on the Cob with Savory Garlic Spread and a Farmhouse Meatball with Lentil Bread, Spinach, Marinated Vegetables, Creamy Herb Dressing will be among the all-vegetarian dishes here! Imagination Play Garden at Flower and Garden Look for an all-new menu at both the returning Primavera Kitchen AND Jardin de Fiestas, too, along with new items at returning booths… Returning Festival Favorites Be sure to check out our FULL MENU Page to see if your favorite items are coming back this year! For now, we’ll just remind you of a few of our favorites from the the returning Festival booths and items, like the Toasted Pretzel Bread topped with Black Forest Ham and Melted Gruyère Cheese at Bauernmarkt! Toasted Pretzel Bread with Black Forest Ham and Gruyere The SMOKEHOUSE will bring back the Warm Chocolate Cake with Bourbon-Salted Caramel Sauce and Spiced Pecans. Warm Chocolate Cake with Bourbon Salted Caramel Sauce and Spiced Pecans And, of course, Frushi is coming back to Hanami! Frushi Other returning booths this year include Florida Fresh, Lotus House, Northern Bloom, Pineapple Promenade, and more! Check out the FULL MENUS for the Flower and Garden Festival Food Booths here! You can see it ALL on our Flower and Garden Festival Food Booths page! Ready to Plan for Your 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Trip? Pre-order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival e-Book today! This 200+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable Outdoor Kitchens Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! As soon as the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival is published you’ll receive an email with a link to download the new guide! Pre-order your 2019 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code SPRING at check-out for a $2 off the cover price! Are you going to the 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Garden Rocks Concert Series Lineup and Dining Package Info for the 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Dates and Details Announced! Booking Now Open for Garden Rocks Dining Packages for 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival View the full article

UPDATED: Orlando actor Brandon Rossel says his ability to speak Spanish helped him win the role of Cody on Disney Channel’s “Fast Layne.” “They had heard that I had been to Cuba,” said Brandon, who just turned 15. “They had me read a couple of lines in Spanish. Then they cast me and decided to... View the full article

Orlando actor Brandon Rossel says his ability to speak Spanish helped him win the role of Cody on Disney Channel’s “Fast Layne.” “They had heard that I had been to Cuba,” said Brandon, who just turned 15. “They had me read a couple of lines in Spanish. Then they cast me and decided to make Cody... View the full article

It’s the day before Valentine’s Day, and we’re celebrating it in a wicked way at Disney World’s Contemporary Resort… join us for Villaintine’s Day!! Villaintine’s Day sign Why the celebration? Because, as Disney reminds us, “without Disney Villains, there would be no Disney heroes!” So this dastardly day is being honored with specialty desserts at the Contempo Café and drinks at the Outer Rim lounge for TODAY ONLY. Contempo Cafe in the Contemporary Resort So, let’s head to the Contemporary Resort’s 4th floor to see what evil is brewing, starting in Contempo Cafe’s confectionery case… Villaintine’s Day Desserts Lots of Contempo Café classics have received makeovers for the occasion, but you’ll also notice lots of new cupcakes in the mix, too. Best of all, if you have a favorite Villain, odds are good you may spot a snack representing them here. Villaintine’s Day Desserts Villaintine’s Day Desserts We’ll check them all out in the case before showing you which ones we chose, beginning with Scar Peanut Butter Pie! Scar Peanut Butter Pie Next up? Maleficent Flourless Cake and the Dr. Facilier Cookie Sandwich. Maleficent Flourless Cake Dr. Facilier Cookie Sandwich Captain Hook Cake is the not-so-friendly neighbor to the Cruella de Vil Cupcake. Captain Hook Cake Cruella de Vil Cupcake The Gaston Cupcake is joining the party, too! Gaston Cupcake Not to be outdone is the Ursula Cake. Ursula Cake But the Evil Queen Fruit Tart believe she’s the fairest one of all… Evil Queen Fruit Tart “Hey, how ya’ doin’?” from the Hades Cupcake! Hades Cupcake And last, but not least, is the Lotso Bear Strawberry Scented Brownie! Lotso Bear Strawberry Scented Brownie How on earth do you choose? Villaintine’s Day Desserts By getting more than one, that’s how! The Contemporary Cafe’s Confetti Cake is what’s hiding underneath its Ursula costume for the day with the Ursula Cake! Ursula Cake Ursula Cake This is always a tasty and fun confetti cake, so it’s great one its own, but the shimmer from the icing is also strikingly pretty, to boot. Ursula Cake Ursula Cake Ursula, you’re a keeper! So, where does the scent come from in the Lotso Bear Strawberry Scented Brownie? Lotso Bear Strawberry Scented Brownie It’s from the candy pearls on top, which offered the only hint of strawberry scent and flavor. Despite the bright Lotso-pink color of the frosting, it is a basic vanilla flavor. Lotso Bear Strawberry Scented Brownie And the entire thing is every bit as HUGE as it appears in the picture. This rich, filling, dense, brownie is massive, so consider bringing along your favorite toy to share it with! The Maleficent Flourless Cake is iced in an eye-catching purple, of course, complete with Maleficent’s signature horns. Maleficent Flourless Cake Maleficent Flourless Cake While it’s quite good with the same fudge-like texture that you’d expect from a flourless cake, there’s nothing unusual about it outside of the design. Maleficent Flourless Cake The Cruella de Vil Cupcake steals a bit of the fashion show, though… and would she have it any other way? Look at this thing! Cruella de Vil Cupcake The Cupcake is wrapped in a fondant “coat,” dotted with Dalmatian spots, of course! Cruella de Vil Cupcake It’s an amazing visual touch, so we’ll happily keep it even though, as with pretty much all fondants, it’s not great from a flavor perspective. The flavor variation comes from the cookies and cream filling in the basic yellow cake. Cruella de Vil Cupcake Cruella de Vil Cupcake There’s not a ton of it, to be honest, but it’s still a good, solid cupcake and it looks terrific! But wait, Villains fans, there’s more! If you stop by the Outer Rim lounge right next to Contempo Café, you’ll see a sign with a selection of specialty Villaintine’s Inspired Cocktails on the table. Villaintine’s Inspired Cocktails The bartender has a display of the four drinks. Outer Rim Villaintine’s Day drinks These include The Antagonist (inspired by Jafar), The Dark Forest (inspired by Maleficent), The Poison Apple (inspired by the Wicked Queen), and the Coupe de Ville (inspired by Cruella)! Just read the ingredients on the table sign to find what strikes your fancy! The Antagonist The Dark Forest The Poison Apple Coupe de Ville No matter whether you’re visiting the Contemporary Resort for Villaintine’s or Valentine’s or any other time, you’ll want to know about all the dining options beforehand. So take a Food Tour with us on our DFB YouTube Video!  Which Villaintine’s Day treat would you most like to try? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Villains-Themed Specialty Sweets Coming for “Villaintine’s Day” at Disney World’s Contemporary Resort! Review: “Millennial Pink” Cupcakes at Walt Disney World! News! Large Mickey Waffles Now Being Served at Contempo Cafe View the full article

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On Feb. 16, the Disneyland Resort will commemorate Black History Month with the 10th anniversary of “Celebrate Gospel”! The spirited event will feature 15 guest gospel choirs from across Southern California performing in Stage 17 at Disney California Adventure park, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and is included with theme park admission. The Amazing Grace Conservatory and Friendship Baptist Church are returning for the 10th year, alongside first-time performers, New Hope Gospel Choir, to expand participation within the local community. Come join in the spirited celebration honoring the rich legacy of gospel music! Choirs: Amazing Grace Conservatory (Los Angeles) Eastvale Bible Church Mass Choir (Norco) Friendship Baptist Church Mass Choir (Yorba Linda) Greater LA Cathedral Choir (Los Angeles) KJLH Radio Free Performance Choir (Los Angeles) LA Inner City Mass Choir (Los Angeles) Lorenzo Johnson & Praizum (Los Angeles) New Hope Gospel Choir (Orange) Rhythm and Moves Children Youth Choir (Pasadena) Second Baptist Church Mass Choir (Santa Ana) Ty Snow & Xtreme Purpose (Pasadena) Voices of Destiny (Compton) Voices of Life (Riverside) Voices of Unity (The Inland Empire) West Angeles Angelic Children’s Choir (Los Angeles) House Bands: Higher Authority (San Diego) J. Boykin Gospel Band (Riverside) View the full article

Growing up, family vacation was something I looked forward to every year. And now as an adult, it’s still one of my favorite parts of the year. Trips are a special way for families to make memories and grow closer together, so it’s no wonder we all want to squeeze every ounce of fun and relaxation out of our vacation time. In this video, travel expert and mom of three, Jeanenne Tornatore, shares her tips to get the most out of your Disney cruise. Take a look to hear what she has to say … To start planning your next vacation with us, click here to find the best cruise for your family. View the full article

As many of you know, on February 13th, we celebrate Villaintine’s Day with Disney Parks Blog readers. And today, as part of this year’s celebration, we’re offering you a chance to be one of 100 winners to receive an exclusive Disney Parks Blog Villaintine’s Day T-shirt. You can enter for a chance to win one shirt right now! If you look closely at the new Disney Parks Blog Villaintine’s Day T-shirts, you’ll see the words “Be Mine” over Maleficent from “Sleeping Beauty.” Maleficent is also currently making appearances in dragon form in Disney’s Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom Park. You can enter now for a chance to win one T-shirt here and follow the entry instructions to complete an official entry form. Your entry must state your valid email address and full name. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Sweepstakes starts 2/13/19 at 1:01 p.m. ET and ends 2/13/19 at 3:01 p.m. ET. Open only to persons who, upon entering, are not deemed minors in their jurisdiction of primary residence and are legal residents of, and physically located within, the 50 U.S. or D.C. Limit 1 entry per person/per email address. For complete details, including full eligibility requirements, odds of winning and limitations, see Official Rules. Void where prohibited by law. View the full article

If you’re planning a visit to Disney World with little kids, you might find yourself overwhelmed by all the choices when it comes to planning. And, you might be getting a lot of advice from well-intentioned friends and family — but you’re still confused. Have no fear! Our good friends (and recommended travel agents!) at Small World Vacations have been planning Disney World trips for families for YEARS and they have the answers you’re looking for when it comes to Disney World planning with young kids! Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom Here are some simple, practical tips and resources from the agents at Small World Vacations for traveling to Walt Disney World with small children. Do your homework. Read guidebooks. Talk to your friends. But don’t over-plan. Small World Vacations travel agents say it’s a good plan to have a basic idea of what you want to do every day, but be sure to pencil in three or four hours of flexible fun and be aware of your child’s limitations. Check out some Disney World travel guides (including the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining), get advice from friends, and start making your plans. Create your My Disney Experience account Once you’ve booked your vacation, visit My Disney Experience and create your account. And be sure to refer to Small World Vacations’ Time Line Planner to know when to access your My Disney Experience account to make dining reservations, set up Fast Pass + selections for rides, character meets, parades and fireworks, order your MagciBands, purchase the Memory Maker Photo Package, and more. You can do so much with the My Disney Experience app! Stay at a Deluxe Resort on the Monorail If your family budget allows, book a room at one of the Deluxe Resorts on the Monorail in the Magic Kingdom area. This makes trips to the Magic Kingdom — probably where you’ll be spending most of your time with a little one — and afternoon naps more convenient. If you prefer accommodations with a kitchen and separate bedroom, consider a suite at a Value Resort, Cabin at Fort Wilderness, or a Disney Vacation Villa (both Grand Floridian and Polynesian have villas and are on the monorail loop). Groceries and other items can be ordered via Garden Grocer. Monorail at Disney’s Grand Floridian Bring your own stroller or have one delivered to your resort With small children in tow, you will definitely need a stroller! They are a great place for kids to take a quick nap and rest their little feet, and it makes carrying all your park bags a lot easier, too! Remember to personalize your stroller with a ribbon or scarf so you can easily identify it in the sea of strollers at stroller parking locations. Another pro tip: Most of the stores on Main Street in the Magic Kingdom are connected — if the street is packed with people, you can cut through them and avoid the crowds. Plan a few character meals — but don’t overdo it Characters meals are fun for all ages – but you don’t want to try and pack in too many for your visit! Before picking which character meals to book check out our menus and restaurant reviews and be ready to book your Advance Dining Reservations 180 days in advance! To maximize time for rides, try to get the first dining time available for breakfast when the park opens at 9AM. Book the last seating for breakfast when Disney resort guests can take advantage of Extra Magic morning hours. Dine with characters! Get up early and get to the park at rope drop If you are a Disney Resort guest, take advantage of the Extra Magic morning hours at the theme parks. Take an afternoon break at your resort for a swim, playground fun, or a quiet nap. Go back to the parks after dinner to enjoy the evening festivities. Use the Rider Switch program if you have one child (or parent) who loves the more thrilling attractions and a younger child who’s not quite ready for them. This handy service is available at select attractions and allows guests to take turns waiting with youngsters too young or too small to ride a certain attraction, then “switch” with another adult from their party to experience the ride without standing in line twice. Pack all the essentials in your park bag every day! Be sure to pack snack foods like granola bars, dry cereal, and juice boxes for snack breaks throughout the day. Also be sure your park bag is stocked with extra diapers, wipes, a first aid kit, moleskin, sunscreen, hats, hand sanitizer, and more. Other great items to remember – ear plugs for loud fireworks, ponchos, and an umbrella. Remember — Baby Care centers are available in every park for quiet time, feeding time, or if you didn’t pack quite enough diapers. Pack some Ponchos! Additional tips for a Disney World visit with small kids The pros at Small World Vacations also suggest taking a photo of your child each day just in case they get separated from you in the parks – you know what they’re wearing! All kids should also carry some sort of identification with their parents’ cell phone numbers – they recommend MyBuddyTag.com. Also remember to always pack an extra outfit for the day – just in case there are bathroom emergencies or too many rides on Splash Mountain! Most importantly though – remember to have fun! As long as the kids are having fun, there’s no need to get on every ride in the park. Be flexible and aware of your child’s developmental capabilities. Be prepared for small children to be apprehensive about the characters. Look at them from afar and slowly introduce your kids when they are in the right mood and ready to say hello. Balloons on Main Street, U.S.A. Once you are in Walt Disney World, put down your phone and enjoy the magic. Slow down and experience those priceless Disney moments. Take a break and sit on a bench to enjoy a Mickey Ice Cream Bar. There is NO test at the end of your vacation, just a lifetime of priceless memories. Is this your first time to Walt Disney World with young children? Do you need help planning? You have questions…Small World Vacations has answers! Small World Vacations agents have been to Walt Disney World over 2,500 times! We know what you need to know before you go. We’re Diamond Level Authorized Disney Vacation Planners who have been there, done that and going back. Learn how we can help you and what are guests are saying about us: “Small World Vacations has been so fantastic with helping plan our magical vacation. Not only was our agent incredibly professional and organized but she also gave us amazing recommendations. She was always on top of things for us and followed up, typically within 24 hours. She made me feel like I was her only client and that every detail was perfect. THANK YOU” If you are ready to begin planning your 2019 Walt Disney World vacation, simply fill out Small World Vacations’ no obligation quote form! Small World Vacations is happy to share over 22 years of Disney expertise and firsthand experience with MyDisneyExperience, discounts, dining reservations and FastPass+ so you can sit back, relax and enjoy some Disney Magic! There are some great deals for your 2019 Walt Disney World Vacation. Check out the current discounts. Small World Vacations’ agents compare offers to find the best deal for you. Get the Magic started and complete a request for a price quote with Disney Food Blog’s recommended Travel Agency — Small World Vacations. An agent will review your travel preferences and provide you with a no-obligation quote along with their phone number so you can speak directly with them. Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. (Why should you use a travel agent when you go to Disney? See what we think here! Or click here for a no obligation price quote today! And tell them DFB Sent You! Exclusive Disney Food Blog and Small World Vacations Limited Time Offer Considering booking a Disney World trip? If you want to save time and money, you definitely want to book with a Small World Vacations travel agent. And now is the perfect time! Book a new 2019 Walt Disney World® vacation valued at $3600 or more and get one FREE autograph book to each child age 3–9 plus One FREE 15” Disney Plush Doll to each child age 3 – 9. Autograph book and Plush Doll will be delivered to your USA residence. Mention code DFBKIDS to qualify. Free Autograph and Plush Offer must be booked by Small World Vacations between February 13 and March 1, 2019. Check-in to your Disney Resort March 1 – September 30, 2019. Restrictions apply. Substitutions may be necessary. You must enter code DFBKIDS on your request for a price quote. Previously booked reservations not eligible. Offer has no cash value and is not transferable and void if reservation is cancelled or modified to non-eligible dates or price. USA residents only. Disney Character Plush Shown may be substituted with another character. Selection will vary. Contact Small World Vacations for a price quote today! You must include code DFBKIDS to get the special offer. Maximize the Dining Plan! If you book a 2019 Walt Disney World Vacation Package with table service dining, you will receive one FREE digital e-Book, the Disney Food Blog Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World valued at $19.95. This guide helps you to get the most out of your Disney Dining Experience! Small World Vacations is proud to be the preferred travel agency of the Disney Food Blog. Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you — they’ve literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They’re DFB’s recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you Related posts: Planning Your First Disney World Vacation? Check Out These First-Timer FAQs! Disney World’s FREE DINING Offer Ends SOON! Book Now for Free Dining this Fall! Today is THE DAY! Pre-Order the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2019 E-book Now! View the full article