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At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we know the importance of taking a break from the every day for some fun. For animals in our care, this fun comes in the form of enrichment, and it plays an important part in their day-to-day routine with mental and physical activities that appeal to the animals’ behaviors. With Halloween and fall in full swing, we’re celebrating the spirit of the season in our enrichment by crafting some pumpkin treats. Our animal care team looks forward to decorating the pumpkins each year and coming up with new, novel ways to excite and encourage play and foraging behaviors among the animals. Some of the keepers even add bugs, worms and other tasty treats inside the pumpkins, which prompts the animals to do a little exploring, too. When the animals discover the pumpkins in their habitats, some start to paw and pounce, others dig into snacks, and others shred and smash the gourds within minutes. Here’s a peek at our pumpkin palooza with mandrills, gorillas, tigers, meerkats, hippos and more. View the full article

Hey, there! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re sharing seven things that just might surprise you about the holiday season at Walt Disney World! Belle in her Christmas gown in Epcot Now, we do hope you enjoy Halloween today… but, as far as things are concerned in Disney World, the holiday season is kicking off SOON — as in, next week! And while you’ve likely heard about big events like Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, we’re sharing seven things about the Holidays in Disney World that just may surprise you 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 love most about the Holidays in Disney World? Related posts: DFB Video: Things Most People Don’t Know About Walt Disney World DFB Video: 11 Things Disney World Pros Do, And You Should, Too DFB Video: Disney World Bathrooms! (Volume I) View the full article

Earlier this month, Disney Tails at Marketplace Co-Op opened at Disney Springs. Featuring adorable outfits and accessories for your favorite four-legged friends, the new store inspired us to put the spotlight on some of the cutest pets around. Just in time for Halloween, we asked Disney Springs cast members to share pictures of their fur babies dressed-to-impress in Disney-themed costumes. As you can imagine, the submissions were adorable – so cute, in fact, that we had to share with all of you! Below, in no particular order, here are five of our favorites. Which one do you love most? Please use the voting buttons to make your selection. Pet’s Name: Minnie (like Minnie Mouse) Costume Inspiration: Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique’s newest “Furry Godmother in Training” Pet’s Name: Legato Costume Inspiration: Mad Hatter from “Alice in Wonderland” Pet Names: Bubba and Boomer Costume Inspiration: Buzz and Woody from “Toy Story” Pet’s Name: Indy (short for Indiana Jones) Costume Inspiration: Woody from “Toy Story” Pet’s Name: Quinn Costume Inspiration: Jack-Jack from “The Incredibles” In the meantime, if you’re looking to spruce up Spot’s wardrobe, visit Disney Tails at Marketplace Co-Op for a collection that includes Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, the Haunted Mansion, Star Wars and more. (My favorite? The Disney food-themed chew toys … Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bars for everyone!) Is your pet dressing up for Halloween? Let me know in the comments below – I’d love to know. View the full article

When it comes to pop stardom, Justin Timberlake is pretty much King of the World. All Justin-philes know his climb to the top began as a member of “The All New Mickey Mouse Club,” which was shot at what was then called Disney-MGM Studios Theme Park, now Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Thanks to his... View the full article

We are seeing more holiday merchandise creep into the parks — especially after the World of Disney holiday merch preview! With Halloween a few days away, it’s time to start our holiday shopping lists and figure out who has been good and bad this year. One thing is for sure, we’re pretty much buying one of everything! It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas in Hollywood Studios! Some of this merch was in Hollywood Studios last week, but it was mostly packaged sweets then. Now there’s all sorts of clothes, accessories, treats, and mugs! It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas in Hollywood Studios! Going to an ugly sweater party this year? Disney has you covered with new ugly Christmas sweaters. Choose from green or black sweaters with ornaments and candy canes, or sweaters with a festive Minnie or Santa-like suspenders! It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas in Hollywood Studios! If you’re looking for Christmas Minnie ears, hats, scarves, or even a light-up jingle bell necklace Hollywood Studios is the place to find it all! It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas in Hollywood Studios! Winners of the cutest couple ever right here! This shirt has matching plaid pants for the perfect Christmas pajamas. The cutest couple ever Sleep T-Shirt For chilly holiday nights pick up this cocoa and peppermint-chocolate covered marshmallows. All you need is a fireplace for this cozy treat! Holiday Hot Cocoa Holiday Marshmallows OK, which chocolate bar will you save for yourself? We’re saving the Eggnog and Peppermint ones! Holiday Chocolate Bars You’ll find all kinds of plates, bowls, mugs, and coasters around the park as well as even more sweet treats, including a chocolate-filled Countdown to Christmas calendar. It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas in Hollywood Studios! It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas in Hollywood Studios! We’ll close this post with a festive looking Chip and Dale! How cute are these two? A Festive Chip and Dale Check out our NEW 25 Must Do Holiday Activities in Disney World! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! 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 World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What’s New!! chapter for the 2018 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World’s busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we’ll tell you where to eat! ;-D Order your 2018 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don’t love it, you get your money back! Related posts: Is Stitch-on-the-Shelf Disney’s Answer to Elf on a Shelf!? Disney FOOD CHALLENGE! Can You Eat All 19 Of Our Favorite Mickey-Shaped Foods?!? YUM! Onion Petals at Rosie’s All-American Cafe in Disney World View the full article

Just in time for holiday shopping, Disney’s Hollywood Studios is home to a new line of Star Wars mugs and hats for your Star Wars fan (or you!)! New Star Wars Mugs The characters on the mugs are raised, and the Star Wars logo on the other side of the mug matches the character. New Star Wars Mug Plenty of popular Star Wars characters (and even some vehicles?) are represented, so you should be able to find one for every fan on your list. New Star Wars Mugs New Star Wars Mugs New Star Wars Mugs New Star Wars Mugs If mugs aren’t your cup of tea there’s also a new line of Star Wars hats that we think are pretty awesome! New Star Wars Hat New Star Wars Hat New Star Wars Hat We’re loving the “full hat design” on these hats. New Star Wars Hat New Star Wars Hat How about this graffiti style hat? You’ve got to read all of the lines on this! New Star Wars Hats Which hat and/or mug are you buying for the Star Wars fan in your life (or for yourself!)? Let us know in the comments below! Check out our NEW What Disney Cast Members Wish You Knew Before You Come To Disney World! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! 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 World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Pre-order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 and get the 2017 edition as a free, instant download! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What’s New!! chapter for the 2018 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World’s busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we’ll tell you where to eat! ;-D Pre-order your 2018 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don’t love it, you get your money back! Related posts: NEW: Kylo Ren and BB-9E Cupcakes at Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios What’s Happening in Star Wars Tatooine Traders Store in Hollywood Studios? Disney FOOD CHALLENGE! Can You Eat All 19 Of Our Favorite Mickey-Shaped Foods?!? View the full article

Can You Solve the Mystery of the Dread Family? | Walt Disney World View the full article

We knew she was coming, and we spotted her on our recent trip to Hollywood Studios — Vampirina is here! Yep, “Vee” as she is known to friends has traveled from Transylvania to Hollywood Studios (via Pennsylvania). Meet and Greet Vampirina at Hollywood Studios You and your kiddo can meet Vampirina in Animation Courtyard in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Vampirina is set up in Hollywood Studios’ Animation Courtyard in a replica of her room. She’s ready to welcome you and your family for a meet, greet, and photo. Vampirina Meet and Greet at Hollywood Studios But, beware! She is proving to be quite popular, so in addition to bringing your camera and autograph books, bring some patience with you as well for the line. Line to Meet Vampirina Vampirina has a busy couple of months ahead of her, not only is she here in Hollywood Studios for a meet and greet, but she will also be in Disneyland for meet and greets — plus she’s taking part in the Disney Junior Dance Party in Hollywood Studios starting this December! Who is your kiddo’s favorite character to meet in the parks? Let us know in the comments below! Check out our The Best (and WORST) Character Meals in Disney World! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! 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. Related posts: Disney FOOD CHALLENGE! Can You Eat All 19 Of Our Favorite Mickey-Shaped Foods?!? Five Things You HAVE to Eat in Disney World’s Toy Story Land! 25 Can’t-Miss Experiences to Celebrate the Holidays at Walt Disney World This Year! View the full article

In today’s special Halloween edition of Disney Doodles, artist Ashley Taylor imagines what Moana would do if she could visit the Walt Disney World Resort. According to Ashley Taylor, Moana is terrific at pulling together costumes, just as she did when she ventured with Maui into the Realm of Monsters to retrieve Maui’s hook. So, she may seek out a place where she can show of her skills at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park. “Moana wore a disguise to try to trick Tamatoa, so it’s easy to imagine Moana wanting to wear that sparkly seashell outfit to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party,” Ashley said. “Especially if she can bring Pua along!” View the full article

Today we’re sharing our final look at the Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom Park, in which we learn the story behind a family of busts that appears in the mansion’s cemetery. Not only does this family – the Dreads – feature a series of humorously unamused expressions – they also display a mystery right out in the open for guests to solve! The tradition of busts appearing at the Haunted Mansion originated with the work of Disney Legends Marc Davis and Blaine Gibson in their original visual development of the attraction. According to Imagineer Steve Vagnini, there was once a plan to include a marble bust of the Ghost Host inside! In the version we know today, busts with wandering eyes follow you through the mansion’s library and come to life during the “swinging wake” in the graveyard. In today’s video, provided by Walt Disney Imagineering, Imagineer Diana Brost lets us in on the storyline behind the Dread family, who appear as a family of busts in the cemetery. According to her, a murder mystery has been planted among the busts, ready and waiting for guests to solve. The Dread family was led by wealthy Uncle Jacob, who ended up succumbing to a mysterious poisoning. Guests who take the time to examine the smaller details of the busts and read the epitaphs underneath may be able to solve the mystery! According to Diana, guests who solve the mystery also may spot a callback to this storyline inside the mansion itself! Check out the video above to hear all the “dreadful” details and see if you can solve the mystery on your next visit. Want to learn more secrets of The Haunted Mansion? Check out the other videos in this series. All in the Details: ‘Happy Hints’ Hidden at the Haunted Mansion All in the Details: Myths & Legends of the Haunted Mansion All in the Details: Behind the Haunted Mansion’s Tombstones View the full article

Dennis Colby is a retired corporate attorney for Lockheed Martin with a wife of 38 years, no children, seven cats and five boxes of precious cargo. The boxes are removed from the trunk of his car and aligned in a row in front of Colby in his driveway in Belle Isle, a city in Orange County not far... View the full article

If you’re planning to visit Disney World this holiday season for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, the Epcot Festival of the Holidays, or the Flurry of Fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the seven hotels that make up the Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels are here to help you save money. Cinderella Castle all lit up during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! When you stay at the Disney Springs Hotels, you’re within walking distance of Disney Springs (and its many awesome restaurants!) and have easy access to all of the dining and shopping in Disney Springs — two things that go great with the holiday season! Starting November 1, the Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels are offering Holiday Sale Rates for stays through January 15, 2019! Which means right now is a great time to plan that holiday visit! Christmas Tree Trail in Disney Springs The Disney Springs’ hotels provide shuttle transportation approximately every 30 minutes to all four Walt Disney World Resort Theme Parks, two Disney Water Parks, and at night to the Disney Springs area. And, hotel guests also receive the “Disney Springs Passport” booklet that features discounts and specials from Disney Springs merchants on entertainment, shopping and dining. The passport includes discounts and special offers at House of Blues Restaurant & Bar, T-REX Café, Rainforest Café at Disney Springs Marketplace, The Polite Pig and STK Orlando. Disney Springs: so much dining! Guests staying at the Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels in 2018 and 2019 can also participate in the Extra Magic Hours and FastPass+ 60 days prior to arrival selection benefits at the Walt Disney World Theme Parks. You’ll be able to link your hotel reservation on MyDisneyExperience.com, or the My Disney Experience app and with a linked, valid theme park ticket, you have the ability to make FastPass+ selections up to 60 days prior to arrival. Characters in Flight at Disney Springs The Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels’ “Holiday Sale Rates” for stays November 1, 2018 – January 15, 2019 are: B Resort & Spa – rates from $159 per room, per night Best Western Lake Buena Vista – rates from $108 per room, per night DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Orlando — rates from $149 per suite, per night Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace – rates from $139 per room, per night Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista – rates from $122 per room, per night Holiday Inn Orlando – rates from $95 per room, per night Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista – rates from $79 per room, per night For more information on the special hotel rates, or to make a reservation, visit DisneySpringsHotels.com. The special rates are available for stays November 1, 2018 – January 15, 2019, based on availability. Some blackout dates may apply, and availability may be limited. The rates do not include the Resort Services Fee or daily parking fee (if applicable), taxes or gratuities. The offer is not valid with any other special offers, promotions, existing reservations, or for groups. Check out our Food Tour Videos to plan for your upcoming trip! Here’s our latest Disney Springs Food Tour: 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 World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What’s New!! chapter for the 2018 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World’s busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we’ll tell you where to eat! ;-D Order your 2018 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don’t love it, you get your money back! Are you making plans to visit Disney World this holiday season? Let us know with a comment. Related posts: Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels Offering Special Rates This Fall! New Ultimate Disney Christmastime Package Includes Holiday Dinner, Christmas Party Tickets, and MORE! The 2018 Holiday Season at Disney World Includes NEW Experiences and Returning Favorites View the full article

When shadows lengthen and bats fly out of a horse trailer, you know it’s time for the annual Anaheim Halloween Parade! This past Saturday, Disneyland Resort horses Bug and Finn, pulled a ghoulish black carriage and Circle D cast members donned Haunted Mansion costumes to add to the spooky-fun spirit. Inside the carriage was none other than Mickey Mouse in his vampire finery, along with Disneyland Resort Ambassador Alexa Garcia. A community tradition since 1924, the Anaheim Halloween Parade provides an opportunity for young and old to enjoy an evening of unique entertainment and camaraderie. View the full article

Tomorrow is Halloween, and VERY soon, Disney World will be trading jack-o-lanterns for Christmas trees and holiday garlands. But Pumpkin Spice season is NOT over yet, my friends! Kringla Bakeri og Kafe Case in point: Kringla Bakeri og Kafe in Epcot’s Norway Pavilion is serving up Pumpkin Pretzels! Pumpkin Pretzels You’ll find them tucked in the case near the other sweet pretzels like the Chocolate and Almond and Cinnamon. Pumpkin Pretzel The Pumpkin Pretzel is decorated with fall leaf sprinkles (along with some chocolate), dusted with spices, and drizzled with icing. Pumpkin Pretzel The nice thing is, you can really taste the pumpkin in the pretzel — it’s not just the spices (though there is also lots of cinnamon flavor to be enjoyed). Pumpkin Pretzel There are even some raisins mixed in, too. The entire thing tastes great, with terrific fall flavors. Pumpkin Pretzel But you’ll want to get your Pumpkin Pretzel at Kringla Bakeri soon… because Epcot’s International Festival of the Holidays begins on November 18th, when pumpkin treats will make way for Holiday Kitchens. And it will all be here before you know it! Find all sorts of great Disney World pumpkin treats and eats in our DFB YouTube Video!  Would you like to try a Pumpkin Pretzel at Kringla Bakeri og Kafe? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Review: Troll Horn and Rice Cream at Kringla Bakeri og Kafe in Epcot’s Norway Review: Frozen Ever After Ride, and New Breakfast Menu at La Cantina de San Angel in Epcot DFB Video: Best Disney World Snack Breakfasts! View the full article

Need to get your hands on one of the new Disney Attractions-themed Spirit Jerseys, but you’re nowhere near the Disney Parks? Well, you’re in luck! New Haunted Mansion and Small World Spirit Jerseys Spirit Jerseys themed after classic Disney attractions are now available online! Now you don’t have to worry about the design for your favorite attraction selling out before you can make it to Walt Disney World or Disneyland. Let’s take a closer look. Haunted Mansion Spirit Jersey You definitely won’t find it unlivable in this ghostly Haunted Mansion Spirit Jersey, but a ghost following you home? It’s practically guaranteed. Haunted Mansion Spirit Jersey ©Disney Enchanted Tiki Room Spirit Jersey Even on days when you’re not surrounded by sunshine and pixie dust, this Enchanted Tiki Room Spirit Jersey will transport you right back to the tiki tiki tiki tiki tiki room. Enchanted Tiki Room Spirit Jersey ©Disney Pirates of the Caribbean Spirit Jersey Yo-ho, yo-ho! In your Pirates of the Caribbean Spirit Jersey, you might just feel free to be as much of a black sheep or really bad egg as possible. And why is the rum gone!? it’s a small world Spirit Jersey It truly is a world of laughter when you’re wearing this bright, cheery it’s a small world Spirit Jersey that features classic Mary Blair art. “it’s a small world” Spirit Jersey ©Disney It’s so hard to choose, isn’t it? Now it’s your turn: which of these Disney Attractions-themed Spirit Jerseys are you ordering for yourself? Let us know in the comments! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Related posts: Haunted Mansion and it’s a small world Spirit Jerseys Finally Spotted in Disney World! Fun New Disney Eats Collection Debuts at ShopDisney New Disney Attractions Spirit Jerseys Spotted in Magic Kingdom View the full article

The Tropical Hideaway will open in Disneyland later this year! The exotic marketplace will be nestled between two Adventureland attractions: Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room and the Jungle Cruise. Coming Soon… The Tropical Hideaway Disney has promised that “In addition to experiencing delicious tastes from all corners of the world, you’ll also encounter colorful wildlife.” And part of that wildlife will be none other than Rosita from the mobile chorus “in the Tiki, Tiki, Tiki, Tiki, Tiki Room”! Rosita at The Tropical Hideaway Concept Art ©Disney Striking out on a “solo career,” guests will be able to locate Rosita the cockatoo at the loading dock on the river’s edge. But at The Tropical Hideaway, singing will not be her focus, as she’ll be sharing jokes and one liners that will be well in keeping with the nearby Jungle Cruise Skippers! Find out about several new and upcoming Disneyland Resort dining locations in our DFB YouTube Video! Are you excited to find out more about The Tropical Hideaway? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: The Tropical Hideaway to Open Later This Year in Disneyland (Plus a Sneak Peek at the Menu!) Disneyland Hack: Tajin Dole Whips News: Indoor Seating Area Coming to Disneyland’s Bengal Barbecue View the full article

You may have heard about The Tropical Hideaway opening later this year in Disneyland park. This new Adventureland outpost will serve as an exotic marketplace for discovering unique food and beverages. In addition to experiencing delicious tastes from all corners of the world, you’ll also encounter colorful wildlife. After years of performing with the bird mobile chorus of Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, Rosita is spreading her wings and taking flight towards a solo career. You’ll find her on the river’s edge at the loading dock waiting for her boat to arrive. Rosita is a friendly cockatoo that looks forward to meeting travelers from around the globe who are also visiting The Tropical Hideaway. Pull up a nearby seat and say hello! But beware… she has a repertoire of jokes and one-liners that would make any Jungle Cruise Skipper proud! We look forward to sharing more about The Tropical Hideaway on the Disney Parks Blog. Stay tuned! View the full article

Today, we announced that Disney Cruise Line guests will be the first to meet Captain Marvel when she makes her debut during exclusive Marvel Day at Sea sailings in 2019! For the first time ever, guests will encounter one of the most powerful heroes in the Marvel universe as part of an action-packed, day-long celebration aboard select Disney Magic sailings departing Jan. 6 through March 8 from Miami. Captain Marvel joins the event’s awesome line-up of Super Heroes and villains, including Iron Man, Captain America, Black Widow, Thor, Loki, Spider-Man, Black Panther, Doctor Strange and more. With this VIP list of heroes, even Tony Stark would be envious! In addition to these heroic encounters, Marvel Day at Sea features an extraordinary deck show spectacular, themed youth activities, special merchandise, and unique food and beverage offerings. Find out more about Marvel Day at Sea here. And don’t forget to catch Marvel Studios’ “Captain Marvel” in theaters and aboard all Disney Cruise Line ships on March 8. View the full article

In 2019, Disney Cruise Line guests will be the first to meet Captain Marvel when she makes her debut during Marvel Day at Sea. For the first time ever, guests will encounter one of the most powerful heroes in the Marvel universe as part of an action-packed, day-long celebration aboard select Disney Magic sailings departing Jan. 6 through March 8 from Miami. Captain Marvel joins the event’s awesome line-up of Super Heroes and villains, including Iron Man, Captain America, Black Widow, Thor, Loki, Spider-Man, Black Panther, Doctor Strange and more. In addition to these heroic encounters, Marvel Day at Sea features an extraordinary deck show spectacular, themed youth activities, special merchandise, and unique food and beverage offerings. To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, guests can visit disneycruise.com, call Disney Cruise Line at 888-DCL-2500 or contact their travel agent. ### View the full article

The holiday season is coming soon to Disney World! And, here at the DFB we’re kicking it off with the launch of the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 e-Book! Start planning your holiday visit today! Use promo code CANDYCANE and get 20% off the cover price of the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2018! We’ve been busy as elves (HA!) updating all the latest holiday tips and brand new info you NEED to know before you head to Walt Disney World for the holiday season. We cover EVERYTHING in this one — not just food! With over 400 pages of detailed information, over 400 color photos, and multiple bonus extras, this e-book WILL save you time and money during the busiest season in Walt Disney World! What’s in the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2018? The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2018 e-Book provides you with all the info you need to know before you head to Walt Disney World for the holiday season. The fully-updated 2018 edition includes: Detailed descriptions and photos of every holiday event and activity happening at the parks and resorts this year — including tips on how to make the best use of your time and money when visiting! A full chapter dedicated to all “New for 2018” events, dining options, and activities, including what’s new at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Hollywood Studios’ Sunset Seasons Greetings, Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays, and more! A fully comprehensive holiday dining section with listings of holiday snacks, treats, meals, and menu items offered this year — from popcorn kiosks all the way to Signature Restaurants. Updated chapter on where to dine with no advance dining reservations. Updated chapter on 10 must-eat snacks this holiday season. A clickable 3-Month Schedule of Holiday Events so you can see at-a-glance what looks interesting to you. Comprehensive listings — with color photos! — of Disney Resort holiday decor and gingerbread displays Our recommendations on ways to SAVE while you’re in Disney World this holiday season. Updated Scavenger Hunts for every theme park A Preview of the 2019 Holidays in Disney World And more! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Holiday Fun! You’re probably paying a lot of money for your Disney holiday vacation…and we’re here to make sure you get the biggest bang for your buck! And with the holiday season quickly approaching, the time is now! Booking early for holiday events and dining is critical, and our exclusive holiday dining and event information is the most efficient way to plan your holiday strategy. On a budget? Find out how to make those dollars stretch all around Disney World. As always, we’ve made this guide instantly downloadable for your convenience. It’s easily installed on your mobile devices. And this guide is guaranteed to help you better plan a memorable holiday trip, or your money back — we all know that your vacation time (and budget) are limited and we want you to get the most out of your visit! DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays Bonus Items Of course, the guide includes customized bonus items that go above and beyond any other holiday season coverage currently available. These include: Themed holiday crawls Customized Holiday Touring Strategies for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, gingerbread displays, “just the new stuff,” and more A full section on great holiday activities and events for kids And more! We even have an updated and expanded FAQ section that answers questions you didn’t even know you had! Both veterans and those new to the Walt Disney World holidays will appreciate knowing what they are getting before spending time and vacation dollars. Whether you want to sample treats, enjoy a show, savor a holiday meal, or find the best activity for your family, The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2018 will help you discover the right strategy for you. Don’t forget — for easy access in the parks, put the guide on your smartphone or iPad! Order your copy now for only $11.96 (regularly $14.95) with code CANDYCANE! Bundle and Save Even MORE! For a great deal, visit the DFB Store and check out the DFB Holiday Bundle which includes the pre-order of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2019 (plus the 2018 edition as a free, instant download), and the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2018! And, when you order the Holiday Bundle now you’ll get the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining as a FREE instant download! Wanna know more before you commit? See what other readers just like you are saying about our collection of DFB Guide Books at the DFB Store Testimonials Page! Did you pre-order the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays and NOT receive your copy via email? Let us know at support@DFBGuide.com and we’ll get your copy to you immediately. Bring Them With You Wherever You Go! As always, we’ve made all of our e-books instantly downloadable for your convenience, and easily installed on your mobile devices. Take them with you into the parks to get easy access to all the info you need…WHEN you need it! Use code CANDYCANE and get 20% off the cover price today when you order the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018! Remember, with a 100% money-back guarantee on all of our guides, you have nothing to lose! Related posts: Today is THE Day to Start Planning Your Next Disney Vacation with A HUGE Sale on the DFB Everything Bundle! Take a Look INSIDE The Best Disney World Holiday Planning Resource Available! SPOOKY SAVINGS — Get 31% Off EVERYTHING at the DFB Store For a Limited Time! View the full article

Halloween is nearly upon us and earlier this fall, silhouette artist Keith Lapinig headed out to explore Magic Kingdom Park and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party for a bit of artistic inspiration. This time of year, the front of the Train Station and Main Street, U.S.A., are brightened with Halloween decor, including fall-themed bunting, wreaths, larger-than-life pumpkins and scarecrows – which all served as terrific backdrops for some of Keith’s creations. “For Orange Bird, I was inspired by the new Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom card given out only at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, so I placed the Orange Bird helping with decorating Main Street for Halloween” Keith said. He also placed Minnie Mouse atop a pumpkin at the very front of the park (pictured at the very top), while Lock, Shock and Barrel from Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas” had some fun of their own. “They’re my favorite trick-or-treating characters,” Keith said. “So I placed them getting ready to go around all of the Magic Kingdom hoping to fill up their entire bathtub with candies.” Later on down Main Street, U.S.A., Yzma adjusted a fall wreath. Over in Liberty Square, Keith imagined the Sinister Shadows waiting on the call of their friend, Dr. Facilier. “Inspired by the ‘Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular’ at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, I wanted to conjure up some of Dr. Facilier’s sinister shadows in Liberty Square,” Keith sad. “I imagine them lurking here before it’s showtime when Dr. Facilier calls them up.” The villainous fun continued as the sun set and the heat rose on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, which Keith imagined being taken over by more characters from Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” “Oogie Boogie watches over the Magic Kingdom and waits patiently for the sun to set so he may come out and play during Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party,” Keith said. And last, but not least, Jack Skellington made his debut. “The fountains in the hub serve as the ideal grand entrance for the Pumpkin King himself for any Halloween festivities, so I had a lot of fun putting this together when there was no sun out,” Keith said. View the full article

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill will be the celebrity chef’s newest Disney Springs restaurant when it opens later this year. Screenshot of Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill page on Disney World website And now, we are seeing Advance Dining Reservations come up for the new restaurant on the Walt Disney World website! The first date we are currently seeing come up is December 1, 2018 with Lunch starting at 11:00 AM and Dinner starting at 5:00 PM. Screenshot of Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill page on Disney World website We’ll keep you posted on the new Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill as we learn more! 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! 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 hoping to dine at Wolfgang Puck’s newest location? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: News: Jaleo and Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill Opening in Disney Springs in 2018 Review: Wolfgang Puck Grand Cafe Disney Springs What’s New in Disney Springs! August 10, 2018 View the full article

Earlier this year, we announced that for the fourth year of our Star Wars race weekend at Walt Disney World Resort we will be celebrating the epic rivalries of the saga. As you prepare for this weekend full of galactic fun, we’re excited to share with you the individual race themes, each featuring a light side and dark side rivalry: Star Wars Rival Run 5K | Finn and Captain Phasma Star Wars Rival Run 10K | Han Solo and Boba Fett Star Wars Rival Run Half Marathon | Rey and Kylo Ren Star Wars Rival Run Challenge | Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader runDisney Kids Races | BB-8 and BB-9E Taking your Star Wars race journey to the next level? Those mastering the runDisney Kessel Run Challenge can fulfill their running destiny when they finish both the Star Wars Rival Run Half Marathon at Walt Disney World Resort and the Star Wars Virtual Half Marathon. This year’s Virtual Half Marathon theme will be featuring one of our favorite droids, R2-D2! “Do what must be done” and choose which side of the Force you will run for! Participants of the 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Challenge who register by January 15, 2019, will have the opportunity to choose their side, which will be revealed through the design of their race bib during the event weekend! For those who register after that date, the Force will choose your fate. So who will you run for? VOTE below: Regardless of which side you choose, you won’t want to miss your chance to be a part of this immersive event where you’ll encounter some of your favorite Star Wars characters along the course as you journey to the finish line to earn one-of-a-kind medals. Spots remain for both the 2019 Star Wars Rival Run Weekend events as well as the 2019 Star Wars Virtual Half Marathon. To learn more about other runDisney events, visit us at www.runDisney.com/about/. Facebook: @runDisney Instagram: @runDisney YouTube: @runDisney Twitter: @runDisney View the full article

In today’s Doodle, artist Ashley Taylor depicts Sally from Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas” gazing around Haunted Mansion Holiday at Disneyland park. “Sally is always in awe of holiday decorations,” Ashley said. “So it’s easy to imagine her marveling at the Haunted Mansion Holiday decor!” Our Disney Doodle series showcases Disney artists imagining what different Disney characters would do or see first if they could visit a Disney Park. View the full article

As November nears, that means we are one month closer to 2019 — and 2019 brings the launch of the Disney Skyliner system! We’ve been keeping you updated on the progress of the stations at Hollywood Studios and Epcot, and Disney teased us with a release of their fun facts video. This weekend we checked in on the progress of the Hollywood Studios Skyliner station as well as changes to the parking lot to accommodate the new car entrance to the park opening November 8th. Hollywood Studios Skyliner Station They are getting pretty close here! You can see the roof matches the style of the Hollywood Studios entrance gates. Are they even getting the ground ready for some new grass? You can definitely see this starting to take some real shape and look like the concept art below with the columns and roof shape. Hollywood Studios Skyliner Station Concept Art ©Disney The bus stops for the Disney Buses have been moved and are also being redesigned. The old bus station is completely demo-ed now. Hollywood Studios Old Bus Station Demo Hollywood Studios New Car Entrance and Parking Update On November 8 a new car entrance will open for Hollywood Studios. We can see they are getting ready with some updates to the parking lot. First up, we saw some newly repaved parking areas that look like they are ready to be used, but they were not in use when we were there. Newly Repaved Parking Lot Newly Repaved Parking Lot We also spotted some new road signs in the distance that we are guessing are for the new entrance. Hollywood Studios New Road Signs The walls are (finally) down in the parking area where a new overpass has been built. Hollywood Studios Parking Construction – New Overpass Hollywood Studios Parking Construction – New Overpass This is the view from the overpass. You can see the car entrance in this photo. Hollywood Studios Parking Construction Seeing all of this progress and changes gets us excited for all that is coming to this park in 2019 — especially Star Wars Land Galaxy’s Edge! Check out our NEW Ultimate Guide to Disney World’s Biggest Upcoming Changes video! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! 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 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available! With more than 650 pages, the 2018 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 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2018 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: What’s New in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios: 10-19-18 Update: Skyliner Gondola Spotted in Hollywood Studios Station All the Updates and New Items in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios! View the full article