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Disneyland announced a major price increase on January 6 for theme park tickets and Annual Passes – but we have some good news if you’re planning to book a Disneyland vacation. Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle Our good friends at Small World Vacations (who also happen to be the preferred travel agents of the DFB) let us know that the cost of Disneyland Packages will not increase to reflect the new ticket prices until January 16. There are a lot of reasons to visit Disneyland this year, including the grand opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge this summer! ©Disney from @DisneyParks on Twitter So, if you want to book a Disneyland vacation package BEFORE the price goes up, you should do it before January 16! 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 Are you making plans to visit Disneyland this year? Let us know with a comment. Related posts: NEWS: Disneyland Tickets and Annual Pass Prices See Major Price Increases Review: BBQ Crunch Dog and Fried Bananas at Award Wieners in Disney California Adventure CHECK IT OUT! Gingerbread Funnel Cake Fries in Disney California Adventure! View the full article

For the third time in four years, Marcelo Avelar of Brazil walked away from the Walt Disney World Half Marathon on Saturday morning with the same feeling. “I am very happy,’’ Avelar said. Victory tends to do that to a runner. Avelar crossed the finish line in 1 hour, 8 minutes, 54 seconds, more... View the full article

Happy Greetings from Magic Kingdom! This visit found sweet treats for your sweetheart, purple treats, savory spring rolls, new chips, the closure of a favorite ride, a pretty sparkly gift card, plus more! A Beautiful Magic Kingdom Morning Let’s jump in! Where else do you start a visit to the Magic Kingdom but in the oh-so-sweet Main Street Confectionery!! What’s New on Magic Kingdom’s Main Street, U.S.A. It’s never too early to start shopping for your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day — or celebrating this heart filled day! The Confectionery is here to help with the introduction of heart-shaped krispie treats. Valentine’s Krispie Treats at The Confectionery While we’re talking about colorful treats…how about PURPLE? The color of the moment in Disney! This Purple Minnie Cake Pop on Stick was available during the Passholder Purple Preview this week in Auntie Gravity’s, but going forward should be available on the carts in the Castle Hub. Purple Minnie Cake on Stick What’s New in Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland We are loving the specialty spring rolls at the Spring Roll cart in Adventureland. The newest flavor is the Buffalo Chicken Spring Roll. Read our review to see what we thought of this snack! Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls Tortuga Tavern is serving up a new snack as well. You can now find Black Bean Chips with your choice of one of four flavors of hummus. Hummus flavor options are: Traditional, Mango Sriracha, or Pineapple Jalapeno. We were feeling a little tropical on the chilly day we were in the park, so opted for the Pineapple Jalapeno hummus. Read our review to see what we thought of this new snack option in the Magic Kingdom! Tortuga Tavern Black Bean Chips with Pineapple Jalapeno Hummus Tortuga Tavern Menu What’s New in Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland Oh no! One of the most popular rides in the park is closed for refurbishment! If you’ll be visiting the Magic Kingdom between now and February 2, 2019 you won’t be able to fly over London or Neverland! Learn more about the closure here. Peter Pan’s Flight Refurbishment What’s New in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland If you enjoyed Sonny Eclipse serenading you as you enjoyed your meal at Cosmic Rays you’ll be saddened to learn he is missing right now during a partial refurbishment (we’ve been assured he will be returning)! Read about the partial refurbishment of this location here. Cosmic Ray’s Refurbishment What’s New in Magic Kingdom’s Shops and Stores – New Merchandise! If you’re a Monsters, Inc. fan join us in saying “awwww”, look at this hat honoring Boo’s nickname for Sulley! The words are even fuzzy and remind us of Sulley — plus the flowers are straight from Boo’s closet door! Monsters. Inc. Kitty Hat Danielle Nicole has introduced a new line of Disney Snack handbags that we must-have! Learn more about this collection here! Between this collection and the new Loungefly collection, Alex and Ani bracelets, and other Disney Snacks merchandise we are in Disney Snack heaven! New Danielle Nicole Disney Snack Purses You’ve got to see the new Disney gift card the next time you’re in the Main Street Cinema Art Shop! This is no ordinary gift card — this baby is coated in Swarvoski Crystals to honor Mickey’s 90th! Learn more about this sparkly card if you should buy it here! Swarvoski Crystal Gift Card Did we mention Purple is the “it-color” of the moment in Disney? We spotted so much purple merchandise (and food) at the Passholder preview! You’ll start to find all of this merchandise and food in the parks and resorts this week. Take a look at everything we found here! Potion Purple Spirit Jersey There are purple spirit jerseys, purple bags, purple churros, purple Mickey shirts, purple…you get where we’re going with this — EVERYTHING is purple!! Potion Purple Display Mickey t-shirt That’s our perfectly-purple visit to the Magic Kingdom brought to an end! Which new item (purple or non-purple) did you like best? Which is on your must-buy or must-eat list? 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 Things WILL Be Different in Disney Parks in 2019! (did we mention all the purple?) 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 for Pre-Order! 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 pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Related posts: What’s New in the Magic Kingdom This Week: All the Eats, Updates, Treats, Merchandise and More! 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On the heels of the news of an engagement, football star Tim Tebow and his fiancee Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters spent some quality time at Walt Disney World on Friday. Tebow, a Heisman Trophy winner while at the University of Florida (and pro football player, baseball player and broadcaster), and Nel-Peters,... View the full article

On the heels of the news of an engagement, football star Tim Tebow and his fiancee Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters spent some quality time at Walt Disney World on Friday. Tebow, a Heisman Trophy winner while at the University of Florida (and pro football player, baseball player and broadcaster, and Nel-Peters,... View the full article

Kringla Bakeri og Kafe in Epcot’s Norway Pavilion reopened after a lengthy refurbishment late last August. Kringla Bakeri og Kafe Among the returning classics to the spot were popular items like School Bread, Berry Cream Puffs, and Sweet Pretzels. As happy as we were to have those beloved snacks back, one question we asked — as did many DFB readers — was, “But where are the Troll Horns?” For those unfamiliar, Troll Horns are a slightly crunchy sugar-coated pastry horn-shaped shell filled with cloudberry jam and whipped cream. Troll Horn They are simultaneously rich in flavor with a mild sweetness (save for the sugar crystals covering the shell for an extra sweet punch) while also light and airy in texture. And they were a favorite for many DFB Readers. But I guess I can say they ARE a favorite… because it’s been announced that Troll Horns are back at Kringla Bakeri og Kafe! Now, we have confirmation for the Troll Horns. But, according to the Disney World online menu, other favorites may be back at Kringla as well. Currently we’re seeing items like the Snow Globe and the Cinnamon Loaf listed, too. We’ll be checking for you soon to confirm! Snow Globe But for now, head to Norway to grab your favorite Troll Horn (or try it for the first time, if it’s new to you) at Kringla Bakeri og Kafe! And let us know what you find there!! Take a Food Tour of the Norway Pavilion in our DFB YouTube Video! Are you happy to hear that the Troll Horns are back? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Review: Troll Horn and Rice Cream at Kringla Bakeri og Kafe in Epcot’s Norway Midnattssol Bakeri Now Open in Epcot (And You HAVE To See the Viking Dog!) Kringla Bakeri og Kafe Reopens After Refurbishment in Epcot’s Norway Pavilion View the full article

Now, more than ever, couples are celebrating their love at Walt Disney World Resort and including their friends and family in the fun. So after Tim Tebow and Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters announced their engagement Thursday, where did they want to go? Walt Disney World, of course! With friends and family along for the ride, Tebow, a professional athlete and sports analyst, and Nel-Peters took flight on Dumbo at Magic Kingdom Park and stopped in front of Cinderella Castle to meet another pair of lovebirds, Cinderella and Prince Charming. It was the first visit to Walt Disney World for Nel-Peters, a native of South Africa. “It’s special being able to celebrate here at Walt Disney World with her family and my family,” Tebow said. “Every day with her is more than I could have ever wished for.” If you’d like some magical ideas on how to tell your own love story at Walt Disney World, check out disneyweddings.com. View the full article

We stopped by Magic Kingdom’s Tortuga Tavern yesterday and happened upon a new addition to the menu. Tortuga Tavern This seasonally open Adventureland spot is currently serving Black Bean Chips with your choice of hummus: pineapple jalapeno, mango sriracha, or traditional. Tortuga Tavern Menu We ordered up our black bean chips with the pineapple jalapeno hummus. Black Bean Chips with Pineapple Jalapeno Hummus At $5.49 (or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit), we would’ve liked to have received a larger portion of the crunchy black bean tortilla-style chips. Black Bean Chips It would’ve been nice to have more to scoop up the pineapple jalapeno hummus, which really is tasty! The jalapeno delivered only a hint of heat, while the pineapple left the much more prominent aftertaste. Pineapple Jalapeno Hummus It will be interesting to see if the Black Bean Chips return to the menu. Remember, Tortuga Tavern is a seasonal location, and with both the holidays and the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend wrapping up, it’s not listed with operating hours in the near future after tomorrow. But because crowds are always part of the consideration when planning trips to Disney World, we do seem to find Tortuga Tavern open more often than in the past, and we’ll keep an eye out to see the menu again soon… and maybe even try some of that Mango Sriracha hummus with those chips! Learn about navigating through peak crowd times in Disney World — when you’ll likely find Tortuga Tavern open — in our DFB YouTube Video! Do you stop by Tortuga Tavern when you see it open? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Found! The Dole Whip Skull Mug in Magic Kingdom! News: Citrus Swirl Orange Float at Sunshine Tree Terrace in Disney World DFB Video: Food Tour of Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland View the full article

You know the feeling… seeing Cinderella Castle in the distance when you first step onto Magic Kingdom’s Main Street, U.S.A. Cinderella Castle Well, that moment has been captured… in a cupcake! The new Castle Cupcake located at Main Street Bakery is “inspired by the elegance and beauty of Cinderella Castle.” Castle Cupcake ©Disney The cupcake is “orange-scented,” according to Disney, and filled with gold and silver crispy pearls. Finally, it’s topped with champagne buttercream and a chocolate castle piece. (Also, take note of those Cinderella Castle Minnie Ears in the photo above!) We absolutely can’t wait to try this one. How about you?? See more spectacular cupcakes in our DFB YouTube Video! Will you be picking up the Castle Cupcake? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: REVIEW: All the Treats at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! (Plus Exclusive Merchandise!) What’s New Around Walt Disney World — June 14, 2016 Every. Single. Rose Gold Snack. in Disney World View the full article

Get ready to GET YOUR EARS ON at Disneyland Resort! Get Your Ears On — A Mickey and Minnie Celebration will be part of the worldwide celebration of Mickey and Minnie’s 90th Anniversary, and there will be plenty of specialty snacks and merchandise to mark the occasion when it kicks off this month! Celebrate Mickey and Minnie! ©Disney The Get Your Ears On Celebration will bring the biggest celebration of Mickey and Minnie in Disneyland history to guests at the Resort. Highlights will include the debut of Mickey’s Mix Magic in Disneyland park on January 18th and the return of Mickey’s Soundsational Parade to Disneyland park on January 25th. A Glimpse at Specialty Treats On the Way There will be a list of sweets and treats to choose from during the Get Your Ears On event, so what you see here is a sneak peek! Get Your Ears On Treats ©Disney Fun finds will include everything from specialty churros and Mickey Beignets to Get Your Ears On Funnel Cake Fries and Celebration Cake. Get Your Ears On Treats ©Disney And do you see the Share Your Ears Cheeseburger with ears made out of mini cheeseburger sliders?!? And Spectacular Mickey Cheesy Pizza will be made with Mickey pepperoni and “confetti” of peppers and onions. We’ll look forward to sharing details about where you’ll be able to find these and more items around the Resort soon! Mickey and Minnie Merchandise Commemorative clothing for the Celebration will include t-shirts, baseball caps and cinch bags in men’s, women’s and youth sizes. Celebrate Mickey Merchandise ©Disney Celebration drinkware, pins, plush, and Mickey and Minnie Ears will be available so everyone can get their Ears on! And in the Downtown Disney District, PANDORA will introduce a limited-edition Disney dangle charm with a 14-karat gold “90.” Look for new Dooney & Bourke Mickey Mouse Bags a new Mickey Through the Years dress at The Disney Dress Shop. Find out more about the Get Your Ears On Celebration here!! Will YOU be celebrating Mickey and Minnie at the Get Your Ears On Celebration? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Adorable Snowman Now OPEN in Disney California Adventure! YOU HAVE TO SEE!! Halloween Time Eats: Green Apple Spell Lemonade in Disney California Adventure! News: Prices Increased on Food and Beverage Items Across Disneyland Resort View the full article

I don’t know about you guys, but one of my new year’s resolutions is to EAT MORE SWEETS! Walt Disney World Resort is starting off the year strong with sweets across property that you just HAVE to try. I’ve got a few new items as well as some of yummy existing items that I just wanted to highlight for the new year! Let’s dive right in, shall we? First up is the recently refurbished Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe. Head on over to the Norway pavilion in World Showcase at Epcot to visit this authentic Norwegian bakery serving up the popular School Bread, specialty pretzels, and more! The Troll Horns have also returned, featuring a crispy sugar-coated pastry shell filled with cloudberry jam and whipped cream – YUM! Right next door at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Beaches and Cream Soda Shop recently added a few new fantastical milk shakes to the menu. Try the Chocolate Brownie Milk Shake (a chocolate milk shake topped with an ooey-gooey brownie, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings), the Mickey Confetti Milk Shake (a vanilla milk shake topped with whipped cream, rainbow sprinkles, and a rainbow confetti cupcake), or the Strawberry Minnie Milk Shake (a strawberry milk shake topped with raspberry sauce, whipped cream, and a chocolate-strawberry Minnie cupcake). In addition, each of these shakes comes in a cute souvenir cup. At Magic Kingdom Park, you can now find the Castle Cupcake inspired by the elegance and beauty of Cinderella Castle. This orange-scented cupcake is filled with gold and silver crispy pearls and topped with Champagne buttercream and a chocolate castle piece. Pair it with a Cinderella Castle-themed headband and you’ll be humming “So This is Love” all day long! Find it at Main Street Bakery. Next up, Edible Cookie Dough has arrived at Disney Springs! Stop by Aristocrêpes to try one of three flavors: Chocolate Chip, Vegan Brownie Batter, and a seasonal flavor that will change throughout the year. You can order these individually, or you can try all three in a cute little flight with samples of each flavor. You can also find Maple Bacon Edible Cookie Dough it at B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co.! Finally, channel your inner archer with the Merida Cupcake at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort! This chocolate cupcake is filled with gold crispy pearls and topped with vanilla buttercream and a chocolate arrow. You can find it at Intermission Food Court. Are you ready to start off the year in a sweet way? Then come on out and try these treats for yourself! For more information and full menus for each of these locations, visit the Walt Disney World Resort website. View the full article

The biggest celebration of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in Disneyland history is kicking off soon as part of Get Your Ears On – A Mickey and Minnie Celebration. For a limited-time, specialty food, beverage, novelty items and merchandise will be available for guests to celebrate the beloved duo in fun, new ways. Here’s a sneak peak of what’s coming! On the apparel front, t-shirts, baseball caps and cinch bags celebrate 90 colorful years with everyone’s favorite mouse. Items are available in men’s, women’s and youth sizes, so you can coordinate with your friends and family. Keep an eye out for other new merchandise, including celebration drinkware, pins, plush, and of course, Mickey and Minnie ears. In the Downtown Disney District, PANDORA will debut a limited-edition Disney dangle charm with a 14-karat gold “90,” Dooney & Bourke will feature new Mickey Mouse bags and a special Mickey Through the Years dress will be available at The Disney Dress Shop. Of course, what’s a celebration without food? There will be a whole host of eats and treats celebrating our favorite pals, ranging from specialty churros and Mickey beignets to Get Your Ears On Funnel Cake Fries and Celebration Cake. On the savory side, you can chow down on unique items like the Share Your Ears Cheeseburger with ears made out of mini cheeseburger sliders or the Spectacular Mickey Cheesy Pizza with Mickey pepperoni and confetti of peppers and onions. Stay tuned for our official Foodie Guide, coming soon to the Disney Parks Blog! View the full article

There are no shortage of ways to celebrate Mickey’s 90th Birthday. In fact, Magic Kingdom will be kicking off a whole new party in the park on January 18th with Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration including the new Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party. Mickey in his 90th Birthday Celebration Costume Another way you can mark the occasion is with the Disney Gift Card Collector’s Series honoring 90 Years of Mickey Mouse. Mickey’s 90th Collector’s Series Gift Card And last night after checking out all the new Potion Purple snacks and merchandise in Magic Kingdom, we stopped by the Main Street Cinema Art Shop to get a closer look at it. Mickey’s 90th Collector’s Series Gift Card sign For $300, you receive one of the 5,000 premium gift cards in a display box. It’s pre-loaded with $90 and is usable in almost the same way as a regular gift card. I say “almost” because you can reload it with more money to spend, but you can’t swipe the card when making your purchase. Mickey’s 90th Collector’s Series Gift Card It has no magnetic strip to ensure that the card will not be swiped so that none of the 2,500 Swarovski crystals that decorate the card would be damaged or fall off. But don’t worry… if this $300 gift card isn’t on your list to pick up, there is a lot of other merchandise celebrating Mickey, and more snacks to come SOON when Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration kicks off next week! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! 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 pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you consider purchasing a Collector’s Gift Card? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: News: Celebrate Mickey’s Birthday with Special Disney World Treats This Weekend Only! DFB Video: 11 Things Disney World Pros Do, And You Should, Too Disney FOOD CHALLENGE! Can You Eat All 19 Of Our Favorite Mickey-Shaped Foods?!? View the full article

Those of you traveling to Walt Disney World in the next couple of weeks are definitely going to want to know about the temporary closure of one of Fantasyland’s most beloved rides. Peter Pan’s Flight will be closed for refurbishment through early February! Peter Pan’s Flight Refurbishment No details about the reason for the refurbishment have been released, but the closure is scheduled through February 2, 2019. The short timeframe likely provides a clue to some simple maintenance work. Peter Pan’s Flight Refurbishment Even though the closure is short — lasting under a month, if it opens as scheduled — it throws a wrench into the plans of visitors this time of year. Peter Pan’s Flight Refurbishment And as Pan is one of the most popular early-morning attractions in Magic Kingdom, expect wait times at other attractions to rise a bit during the closure. Stay on top of all the Disney Parks news! Sign up for the DFB Newsletter today! When’s your next Flight? Share your Disney World vacation countdown in the comments! Related posts: Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe Undergoing Partial Refurbishment in Magic Kingdom Disney World’s Be Our Guest Restaurant Will See Brief Closure in August What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Coronado Springs Resort: May 26, 2018 View the full article

Walt Disney World Passholders can delight in a bundle of special offerings during this year’s Epcot International Festival of the Arts, which will take place Jan. 18 through Feb. 25. On your first visit to the festival, receive a complimentary Passholder magnet that will feature Figment for the first time. Just stop into Mouse Gear or Port of Entry and show your valid annual pass card and photo ID. Passholders can complete their “Figment” look by receiving a 20% Passholder discount on a Festival of the Arts MagicBand, which will feature the playful, purple dragon, plus a Figment spirit jersey, T-shirt, ornament and more. They can also pick up Passholder-exclusive festival merchandise that will include a t-shirt and coaster set featuring Mickey Mouse, a pin featuring Pluto – and an exclusive Figment cookie available for purchase at Taste Track from Jan. 18 through Jan. 26. Passholders can also enjoy a 10% discount for dining packages for the Disney on Broadway Concert Series throughout the festival, and a special 20% discount on dining packages at Biergarten Restaurant and Coral Reef Restaurant for lunch and dinner through Jan. 31.* The Disney on Broadway Concert Series returns this year with live performances seven nights a week and features six new performers! Learn more about this year’s Epcot International Festival of the Arts here. *Discount applies to the regular price of food and non-alcoholic beverages (excluding applicable tax and gratuity) during available lunch and dinner meal periods. Valid for the Passholder and up to three (3) guests. Not valid for breakfast, special events and may not be combined with any other discount or offer. View the full article

Are you a Disney World Annual Passholder? If so, then you’ll want to be aware of the benefits you are eligible for when paying a visit to this year’s Epcot International Festival of the Arts which runs from January 18 – February 25, 2019! Passholder Figment Magnet and Cookie The Festival of the Arts Passholder Magnet has been revealed… starring Figment! Figment Passholder Magnet ©Disney The magnet is complimentary on your first visit to the Festival. Visit either Mouse Gear or Port of Entry to pick up your magnet, and note that these will be available while supplies last. And a Passholder-exclusive Figment Cookie will be available for purchase from January 18th through January 26th at Taste Track. Disney on Broadway Dining Package Discount The Disney on Broadway Concert Series allows guests to enjoy Broadway talent performing Disney classics at the America Gardens Theater! The performances take place at 5:30 pm, 6:45 pm, and 8:00 pm on each night throughout the Festival. Ashley Brown Performing During the Epcot Festival of the Arts Disney on Broadway Dining Packages are available to pair breakfast, lunch or dinner (either a three-course meal or full buffet with non-alcoholic beverage, based on location) at a participating Epcot restaurant with guaranteed priority seating for an evening show on the same date. Annual Passholders are eligible for the following Dining Package discounts: Save 10% on dining packages now through February 25, 2019 Save 20% on dining packages at Biergarten Restaurant and Coral Reef Restaurant now through January 31, 2019 See the full list of participating restaurants with prices here. Festival Merchandise The Annual Passholder 20% off merchandise discount will be applicable to Festival merchandise like a Mickey adult t-shirt, a Mickey coaster set and a Pluto pin. Festival of the Arts Opens January 18! Passholder exclusive merchandise will also feature Figment including a Spirit Jersey, MagicBand, and more. Remember: to take advantage of these benefits, you will need to show your valid annual pass card and photo ID! Are you getting ready to enjoy the 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts? We sure hope so… because we’ll see you from the Festival when it kicks off in ONE WEEK!! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! 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 pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to the 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts Dates and Details Announced! Gifts, Merchandise, Thank You Thursdays and MORE for Annual Passholders at the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Disney on Broadway Concert Lineup AND Dining Packages Announced for 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts! View the full article

There’s a brand new collection of Alex and Ani bracelets debuting next week at Disney World and we’re SO excited about them — because they’re all about Disney food! You’ll soon be able to WEAR a Mickey Bar thanks to Alex and Ani! The new D-Lish Treats Collection includes bracelets with Mickey Mouse donuts, cupcakes, Mickey Ice Cream Bars, and more iconic Disney World treats as charms! ©Disney You can check out this new D-Lish Treats Collection beginning January 18 at DisneyStyle in Disney Springs. Alex and Ani representatives will be on hand on January 18 and 19 from 1-8PM to help you pick out your favorite new Disney food-themed bracelet! 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 for Pre-Order! 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 pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be adding to your Alex and Ani collection with a new D-List Treats bracelet? Let us know in the comments. Related posts: What’s New Around Walt Disney World — June 14, 2016 News and Review: Beverly’s Revenge at the Coca-Cola Rooftop Bar in Disney Springs Lovepop Is Open in Disney Springs — And You’ve GOT to See These Cards!! View the full article

If you’re looking for a new ice cream challenge, you’ll want to stop by AristoCrepes in Disney Springs and order the new Wreck-It-Ralph Sundae! Wreck-It-Ralph Sundae ©Disney While this super HUGE sundae is served in the same “Family Challenge” souvenir trophy that Vanellope’s Ice Cream Sundae comes in over at the Magic Kingdom, it’s even BIGGER! The Wreck-It-Ralph Sundae is made with eight scoops of ice cream, two Churros, Chocolate Pretzels, and is topped with whipped cream, cherries, and more! Let’s get a close up of this ice cream creation! ©Disney The Wreck-It-Ralph Sundae is available while supplies last, and purchase limits do apply. And remember, AristoCrepes is, like, NEVER open. They open at 4pm on weekdays and 12pm on weekends, so plan accordingly. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be stopping by AristoCrepes to take on the Wreck-It-Ralph Sundae? Let us know with a comment. Related posts: DFB’s Top 10 Disney Food News Stories of 2016 News: Christmas in July Treats at Disney Springs Annual Passholders Enjoy Special Discounts and More at Super Saturday in Disney Springs on September 8 View the full article

If you haven’t experienced Storybook Dining at Artist Point, I highly encourage you to make a reservation! I’ve visited a lot – ok, most – of the restaurants at Walt Disney World Resort, and this is one of my favorites. During your visit, you’ll dine in an enchanted forest setting inspired by Walt Disney’s “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” where you’ll meet Snow White, Dopey, and Grumpy, and of course enjoy some incredible food! If I could make a wish into a well, I’d ask for the Winter Squash Bisque to magically appear in my kitchen every night. While the food won’t last forever (and in my case not very long at all) the memories can! The Queen will be lurking nearby, and a Disney PhotoPass Service photographer will be there to capture a wickedly good photo of your encounter! Some advice: If she offers you a bite from an apple, I’d decline. But don’t worry, you can focus on avoiding her nefarious scheming and let the photographer focus on capturing the moment! You’ll also find Disney PhotoPass photographers at other participating dining locations across Walt Disney World Resort, including Cinderella’s Royal Table, 1900 Park Fare, Chef Mickey’s, Akershus Royal Banquet Hall, and more! And when you add Memory Maker to your vacation, you can take home all of your Disney PhotoPass photos, including those captured at Storybook Dining at Artist Point and other participating dining locations, select attraction locations, Character Experiences, and iconic locations across Walt Disney World Resort!* For more information and to book a reservation for Storybook Dining at Artist Point, visit the Walt Disney World Resort website or call 407-WDW-DINE (407-939-3463). Heigh-ho, it’s off to book another reservation I go! *Disney PhotoPass Service and Memory Maker are subject to the applicable terms and policies. Includes photos taken during the applicable Memory Maker Window as defined in such terms (generally, photos taken (i) within one day for Memory Maker One Day or (ii) within 30 days from the date of first activation for standard Memory Maker). If Memory Maker is purchased at the advance purchase price, any photos taken within 3 days of the date Memory Maker is purchased are not included and must be purchased separately. A MagicBand is required to receive certain attraction photos and other digital content. Online registration required. Disney PhotoPass Photos in your account will expire pursuant to the expiration policy. Downloads are restricted to personal use only. Not responsible for missing, lost or damaged photos. Subject to restrictions and change without notice. Valid theme park admission required for certain photo locations. View the full article

Advance Dining Reservations are now open for Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood coming to Gran Destino Tower when the new addition opens at Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort! Coronado Springs Resort Concept Art ©Disney The opening date, naturally, is the same day that the Gran Destino Tower will open: July 9, 2019. Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood reservation screenshot Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood will offer indoor dining along with a lounge with indoor and outdoor seating on the rooftop of the Tower. Coronado Springs Resort Rooftop Dining Concept Art ©Disney Terrific fireworks views are also in store for guests. Coronado Springs Resort Concept Art ©Disney Interested guests may book online or by calling (407) WDW-DINE. Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! 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 pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you looking forward to welcoming rooftop dining to Coronado Springs Resort? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood Rooftop Restaurant And MORE Announced for Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs Resort NEWS: More Details and an Opening Date Announced for Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Reservation Opening Date Announced for Coronado Springs Resort’s Gran Destino Tower View the full article

Disney World Annual Passholders are the first to see the new Potion Purple merchandise hitting the Disney Parks shelves at this evening’s Passholder Premiere Pop-Up event. Potion Purple Display And they’re the first to taste the new purple snacks in Magic Kingdom, all in honor of the new color trend started by the latest Potion Purple Minnie Mouse Ears! Purple Potion Ears But don’t worry if you’re not Passholder privy to all the purple! Because all of this is just a sneak preview, and guests will be able to purchase these items starting tomorrow… including the new Potion Purple Spirit Jersey! Potion Purple Spirit Jersey But let’s start with the snacks! Purple Treats Starting tomorrow, guests can find the Purple Minnie Cake on a Stick ($5.99) at the Castle Hub Cart. Purple Minnie Cake on a Stick It’s a Minnie-shaped blackberry cake pop topped with a chocolate bow , coated in purple chocolate… all on a purple stick! Purple Minnie Cake on a Stick And, though it’s not new, this IS the perfect time to pick up some Purple Wall Cotton Candy ($4.69) at the Cart right by — where else? — the Purple Wall in Tomorrowland! Purple Wall Cotton Candy And (for one night only, I’m afraid) even the Churro’s gone Potion Purple with purple sugar! Potion Purple Churro The aptly — and simply — named Purple Drink was available just for tonight’s Passholder event. Purple Drink It’s jet-chilled with Fanta Grape and green apple popping pearls with Hawaiian Island syrup. Purple Drink It’s reminiscent of the other jet-chilled drinks at Cool Ship, so if you weren’t at this evening’s event, you can still check out this unique style of beverage. Potion Purple Merchandise And now for the merchandise! Well, of course, there are the Potion Purple Minnie Mouse Ears ($27.99) still up for grabs… Purple Potion Ears But the Potion Purple Spirit Jersey just made its debut! Potion Purple Spirit Jersey It comes in both youth ($44.99) and adult sizes ($64.99). Potion Purple Spirit Jersey Potion Purple Spirit Jersey Loungfly Backpacks ($90) and wallets ($50) also sport the purple hue. Loungefly Backpacks Loungefly Wallet Loungefly Wallet A Vacation Mode water bottle ($29.99) not only boasts the color trend, but also the Castle. Vacation Mode Water Bottle And Mickey strikes his classic pose in the trendy color on this women’s t-shirt ($39.99). Mickey t-shirt Mickey t-shirt Now, this final item is just for Passholders, and that’s the Annual Passholder Exclusive 2019 Pandora Charm ($75.00). 2019 Annual Passholder Pandora Charm Yep! Everything’s popping up purple! Are you into the latest color trend? Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! 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 pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you a fan of Potion Purple? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: #OnTheList: Mickey-Shaped Rice Krispy Treats DFB Video: 19 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do at Disney World DFB Video: How to Survive Disney World Weather (and Hurricane Season) View the full article

Tonight’s “Disney Parks After Dark” image was snapped at one of my favorite nighttime offerings at Walt Disney World Resort – “Happily Ever After” at Magic Kingdom Park. This 18-minute show features more lasers, lights and projections than any other spectacular in Magic Kingdom Park history. It also features songs or characters from beloved classics like “The Little Mermaid” and “The Lion King,” to newer guest favorites “Moana,” “Big Hero Six” and “The Princess and the Frog.” Is “Happily Ever After” a must-do for you? View the full article

Well, if you’re having trouble snagging any of the latest Disney iconic snack merchandise since it’s selling out SO fast, you might want to keep an eye out for THESE instead! Danielle Nicole Mickey Pizza and Donut Bags We tracked down the Danielle Nicole Mickey pizza and donut handbags at Uptown Jewelers on Magic Kingdom’s Main Street, U.S.A. Mickey Donut Bag The designer bags are priced at $74.00 each. Pizza Bag Which one would you pick? Want to stay informed of ALL the Disney News?? Sign Up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter and don’t miss a thing! Click HERE to subscribe! What do you think of the pizza and donut purses? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Review: Dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom News and Review! Loaded Tots And Fried Twinkies Debut at Disney World’s Friar’s Nook DFB Video: 19 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do at Disney World View the full article

There’s a lot going on in Epcot! World Showcase is getting ready for a new nighttime show after IllumiNations ends, Japan is welcoming a new table-service restaurant, France is adding a Ratatouille Ride and Beauty and the Beast attraction, and a Guardians of the Galaxy ride is coming to Future World. That means lots of construction, construction walls, scrims, and more around the park. We checked on the progress of all of these projects on our latest visit to the park. Guardians of the Galaxy Ride Construction With one of the more colorful construction walls in the park — the Guardians of the Galaxy ride is coming along with the conversion of the former Universe of Energy building into the queue building for the new ride. Epcot Guardians of the Galaxy Ride Construction Update The solar panels have been removed and you can see through the entire building now. It also looks like some of the panels or accents on the side of the building are being removed or changed. Guardians of the Galaxy Ride Construction Behind the trees you can see some of the immense building that will house the actual ride — that is going to have some pretty revolutionary ride vehicles when it opens in 2021! Guardians of the Galaxy Ride Construction We learned at IAAPA (International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions) that four Spaceship Earths could fit in this ride building! Almost all of the panels have been added to the outside of the ride building. Guardians of the Galaxy Ride Construction Epcot World Showcase Lagoon Construction Update In World Showcase you’ll notice construction on the islands in the lagoon. We are guessing this is work to prepare for the new nighttime show coming to Epcot later this year “Celebrate Epcot.” World Showcase Lagoon Construction World Showcase Lagoon Construction If you’re an IllumiNations fan, the Rose and Crown just announced a special dining package that includes Lagoon-front viewing of the show after a prix-fixe meal. Learn more about this special dining package here. World Showcase Lagoon Construction World Showcase Lagoon Construction Epcot France Pavilion Ratatouille and Beauty and the Beast Construction Update We’ve known for a while about the France Pavilion welcoming the Ratatouille ride from Disneyland Paris, but just learned recently at a D23 event about the Beauty and Beast Sing-Along attraction also opening here. France Pavilion Construction The Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along will debut “soon” according to Disney. Fans of the film Impressions de France in the pavilion don’t need to worry, the sign-along is being added to the pavilion, and not taking the place of the film. The Ratatouille ride, called Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, will open in 2021. France Pavilion Construction Epcot Japan Pavilion New Table Service Restaurant Construction Update A new signature dining experience is coming to Japan! We don’t know much about this location yet, including an opening time frame. But we’ll keep you posted! New Table Service Restaurant Construction in Japan Pavilion Just as in the France pavilion, this new location is in addition to the current dining options and locations in the Japan pavilion, nothing is being closed or replaced. New Table Service Restaurant Construction in Japan Pavilion Which of these new rides, attractions, restaurants, or shows are you looking forward to the most in Epcot? 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 Things WILL Be Different in Disney Parks in 2019! 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 for Pre-Order! 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 pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. 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I was recently sent into Disneyland park to capture photography of the Fortune Red and Esmeralda the Fortune Teller machines. I figured the project would take about an hour. I was wrong, but I love being wrong because in those moments because I learn something new. I went out around midday and didn’t have any trouble with Fortune Red. He’s tucked away in an evenly-lit corner of New Orleans Square. I was certain that reflections were going to be tricky with Esmeralda at that hour, but figured a well-timed group of passing guests could cast a shadow sufficient to yield a usable photograph – no luck. I went back out closer to dusk that day. Alas, while it was easier to see the character, I found reflections from street lamps almost as distracting as the glare of a midday Main Street, U.S.A. Then, I came back early the following morning and hoped I could get this picture in the can right after the park opened – the sun should still be low enough in the sky, I thought. I could see glare of morning sun crawling down the Penny Arcade wall as the clock struck 8 a.m. and the shop’s door began to slide open. I started snapping photos as soon as the door was open and enjoyed about 60-seconds of photography time before the sun was reflecting back at me. Success! Overcoming photographic challenges like this one are a really satisfying part of the work I do for Disneyland Resort. Best job in the world! View the full article