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Disney California Adventure in Disneyland Resort is getting ready for the Lunar New Year which will be celebrated in the park from January 25 – February 17, 2019! Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure Yesterday we shared the menus for the four Lunar New Year Marketplaces, and today we have the prices for the individual menu items. Lucky 8 Lantern Crispy Shrimp Fried Rice with Garlic, Bacon and Edamame — $8.00 Stir-fried Vegetables & Pineapple with Soy Protein, Steamed Rice and Crunchy Chow Mein Noodles — $7.00 Mandarin Orange-Green Tea Tart — $5.50 Vietnamese Iced Coffee — $5.50 Mandarin Orange Green Tea Tarts coming to Lucky 8 Lantern Prosperity Bao & Buns Char Siu Pork Bao, Chinese BBQ Pork with Pickled Red Onions and Jalapeño — $7.75 Mickey Chinese Hot Dog Bun — $6.50 Mango-Pineapple Pastry — $5.50 Winter Plum Blossom Gin Mule — $13.00 Longevity Noodle Co. Pan-fried Wheat Noodles with Chicken Meatballs, Cabbage Salad with Apple-Ginger Sauce — $7.25 Vegetable Egg Roll and Chilled Sesame-Garlic Noodles with Cilantro-Cashew Sauce and Toasted Peanuts — $7.00 Egg Tart — $4.75 Orchid Spritz — $5.75 Red Dragon Spice Traders Firecracker Three Cup Chicken with Steamed Rice — $7.25 Steamed Short Rib Shumai with Spicy Korean Sauce, Sriacha-Mayonnaise and Cucumber Salad — $7.75 Purple Yam Macaron with Crème Fraiche — $5.50 Raspberry Lychee Chia Tea — $6.00 Paradise Garden Grill Also during the celebration, Paradise Garden Grill will be serving a special menu. Paradise Garden Grill The offerings will include: Whole Fried Fish served family-style for Two with Citrus Chili Vinaigrette, House-made Soup, Steamed Rice, and Vegetables — $24.99 Korean Grilled Chicken — $12.99 Vegan Orange Tempeh — $12.49 Banh Mi — $11.99 Mango Mousse — $4.49 The Lunar New Year will welcome the Year of the Pig, and we’re looking forward to the celebration in Disney California Adventure! 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! Are you going to the Lunar New Year celebration at Disney California Adventure? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Check Out the Menus for the Lunar New Year Marketplaces at Disney California Adventure! Celebrate Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure in Disneyland Resort! News: Menus Announced for Lunar New Year in Disney California Adventure View the full article

The Walt Disney World Marathon returns to our parks here in Florida this weekend – which gave artist Ashley Taylor inspiration for this week’s Disney Doodle. In it, Pocahontas uses the marathon – which travels across Disney property – to experience everything the resort has to offer. “Pocahontas runs through the forest with grace and pride,” Ashley said. “It’s easy to imagine her wanting to participate in the Walt Disney World Marathon!” View the full article

A new year has begun, and with the new calendar year comes the announcement of the 2019 Disney Parks Moms Panel, just in time for vacation planning season. A diverse group of 40 members, including 12 new panelists, make up the 2019 Disney Parks Moms Panel. The newest members will join the ranks of more than 170 alumni including moms, dads, grandparents and even panelists with no kiddos. In its 12th year of operation, the Disney Parks Moms Panelists are all here to assist you in planning your dream Disney vacation. The 12 newest members of the Disney Parks Moms panel were selected from thousands of applicants this past fall, and each brings their own unique perspectives and experiences to the panel. The newest members include: Amy M., Angie G., Anne Marie R., Desiree F., Eean K., Jessica B., Julie P., Kristin C., Rayna C., Samantha K., Tony S., and Wyatt G. This knowledgeable group wants to help you plan everything from your first Disney Cruise, to your 15th trip to the Walt Disney World Resort and everything in between. Looking to celebrate a special occasion at the Disneyland Resort? No problem, our Disneyland specialists can answer all your questions. They are even here to offer guidance when it comes to becoming a Disney Vacation Club member. Did we also mention this group can answer your questions in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese? The 40 active panelists in 2019 have collectively taken 1536 Disney vacations…that’s more than 122,334 hours of Walt Disney Parks & Resorts experiences, and oh yes, approximately 1,645 rides on “it’s a small world.” Traveling with kids? Not a problem for this group as they have 89 children between them. They also obviously have a sweet tooth and know where to find all the best treats, because they have eaten more than 1,000 Dole Whips! To learn more about our newest panelists, meet all the 2019 panelists, or ask a question about planning your upcoming Disney vacation, simply visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for a personalized response from one of our knowledgeable panelists. View the full article

It may have taken 50 years, but Disney finally convinced one of Osceola County's pioneer ranching families to sell some of their land holdings. Descendents of legendary cattle rancher Oren Brown — notorious for refusing to sell his land to Disney for the original theme park — agreed to sell most... View the full article

Usually, you have to go to a Disney theme park to indulge in Mickey-shaped snacks. While you can find Mickey-shaped candies and Oreos with the Disney icon's likeness on them, if you wanted a Mickey-shaped pretzel or a Mickey Premium ice cream bar, you have always had to be in Orlando or Anaheim...... View the full article

Naples Ristorante e Bar and Napolini Pizzeria showed off their brand new look with a grand reveal ceremony yesterday in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. Special guests Chef Mickey Mouse and Chef Goofy lent a hand to celebrate! Naples Ristorante e Bar After extensive renovations, the two-story Italian restaurant has a fresh modern feel along with new menus the whole family is sure to love. The first floor is a classic Italian pizzeria with fire-themed mosaic glass tile above a trio of new wood-burning pizza ovens. In addition, a mural of photographs by Naples-based photographer Mimmo Fontanella dot the walls. Be sure to also relax on the expanded outdoor patio and bar area. The second floor features more seating and a lovely balcony with gorgeous views of the promenade. Chef Umberto Rubelli, who is from Milan, brings authentic Italian favorites such hand-crafted pasta and wood-fired Neapolitan pizza paired with an extensive wine list for a most memorable lunch or dinner. Napolini Pizzeria At Naples’ sister restaurant, Napolini Pizzeria, you can now create-your-own Neopolitan-style pizzas and savor delicious sandwiches, fresh salads and Italian desserts from Pizzaiolo Charlie Restivo. The new Naples and Napolini are part the Downtown Disney District’s promenade-wide transformation. Several new shops and restaurants have recently opened, including the reimagined World of Disney, Salt & Straw scoop shop and the re-designed Wetzel’s Pretzels. The highly anticipated Ballast Point brewery and Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes are coming soon! View the full article

Hooray! Ballast Point will open its new location in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District next week! Ballast Point will open SOON! According to foodandwine.com, a representative for Ballast Point confirmed that the location will officially open on Wednesday, January 16th! Soft openings are also likely to take place beforehand. Ballast Point putting on finishing touches The new location — Ballast Point’s first in Orange County — features a “4,000-square-feet of glass-enclosed bar and restaurant space with seating for 220, it also offers a 3,000-square-foot outdoor beer garden with ‘cabana-style seating.’ ” The Downtown Disney location will offer its own exclusive brews among the “more than fifty styles of Ballast Point’s adventurous beer across 100 tap lines.” Ballast Point The menu will serve up items “laced with beer” including wings with a Spicy Sculpin Buffalo glaze and a California “Kolsch” Steak Burrito. But, of course the spot will be family-friendly, with a distinct Kids Menu. Foodandwine.com also shares that Ballast Point has opted to donate $1 from every $10 kids’ meal to No Kid Hungry. Upon the official Grand Opening, Ballast Point will be open from 10 AM to midnight daily. So get ready to say WELCOME to Ballast Point! We’ll see you back here SOON!! Source: foodandwine.com 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! Are you excited to visit Ballast Point in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Ballast Point Signs Arrive in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District NEWS: Ballast Point Brewing Coming to Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District DFB Video: 5 NEW and COMING SOON Disneyland Dining Spots View the full article

Epcot’s World Showcase Wine Walk has been something of a hidden gem for many years. Wine Walk sign This program allowed guests to enjoy six pours of wine by stopping at three designated locations in World Showcase — the Germany Pavilion’s Weinkeller, Italy’s La Bottega Italia, and France’s Aux Vins de France — offering two pours each for a fixed price. Weinkeller in the Germany Pavilion Over the years, though, it’s gone from a GREAT deal at $20, to an OK deal at $32. However, during our time today in Epcot, we learned from Cast Members that the wine walk may have been discontinued. You can still try a variety of wines. For instance, at the Weinkeller, you can still try a Red or White Wine Flight featuring German pours. Current Wine Flight sign in Germany’s Weinkeller And you should still find Flights in the previously participating country pavilions. Wines in Italy France has a Champagne Flight available. France Champagne Flight Additionally, the acrylic wine glasses that were included over the past couple of years with the Wine Walk are still available for purchase. Acrylic Wine Glass sign But Wine Walks were not able to be purchased today, and it was the understanding of the Cast Members we spoke with that there are no current plans to bring the Wine Walk back. Guests who have already purchased the Wine Walk, but not finished it, can still receive their pours as tracked by the Wine Walk Passport received upon purchasing. We don’t know if this is long-term, short-term, or permanent. Stay tuned to the DFB newsletter for updates. 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. Are you going to miss the Wine Walk at World Showcase? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: News: Epcot’s World Showcase Wine Walk Now Includes Refillable Wine Glass Epcot’s World Showcase Wine Walk Disney Food Round-Up: January 24, 2010 View the full article

Midway through the Walt Disney World Marathon, Leah Moroney stopped. Moroney did not slow down for a drink of water or a nutritional boost. The bathroom didn’t beckon. Cramps or fatigue were not the culprit. And no, the need to snap a selfie did not impede Moroney’s progress. Expedition Everest,... View the full article

Midway through the Walt Disney World Marathon, Leah Moroney stopped. Moroney did not slow down for a drink of water or a nutritional boost. The bathroom didn’t beckon. Cramps or fatigue were not the culprit. And no, the need to snap a selfie did not impede Moroney’s progress. Expedition Everest,... View the full article

The Lunar New Year celebration will run from January 25 – February 17, 2019 at Disney California Adventure in Disneyland Resort! Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure To ring in the Year of the Pig, Asian cultures will be celebrated with special performances, fun activities, beautiful decorations, Asian cuisine, extra fun with Disney characters, and themed merchandise. Lunar New Year in 2018 And the Three Little Pigs will make a special appearance in the returning “Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession,” a parade hosted by Mulan and Mushu. Lunar New Year Marketplaces The event will also host four Lunar New Year Marketplaces this year featuring Asian-inspired cuisine! Mandarin Orange Green Tea Tarts coming to Lucky 8 Lantern ©Disney The following Marketplaces will feature items including these listed below: Lucky 8 Lantern Crispy Shrimp Fried Rice with Garlic, Bacon and Edamame Stir-fried Vegetables & Pineapple with Soy Protein, Steamed Rice and Crunchy Chow Mein Noodles Mandarin Orange-Green Tea Tart Vietnamese Iced Coffee Prosperity Bao & Buns Char Siu Pork Bao, Chinese BBQ Pork with Pickled Red Onions and Jalapeño Mickey Chinese Hot Dog Bun Mango-Pineapple Pastry Winter Plum Blossom Gin Mule Longevity Noodle Co. Pan-fried Wheat Noodles with Chicken Meatballs, Cabbage Salad with Apple-Ginger Sauce Vegetable Egg Roll and Chilled Sesame-Garlic Noodles with Cilantro-Cashew Sauce and Toasted Peanuts Egg Tart Orchid Spritz Red Dragon Spice Traders Firecracker Three Cup Chicken with Steamed Rice Steamed Short Rib Shumai with Spicy Korean Sauce, Sriacha-Mayonnaise and Cucumber Salad Purple Yam Macaron with Crème Fraiche Raspberry Lychee Chia Tea Note that Paradise Garden Grill will also offer specialty items throughout the celebration, and a special Festival Food & Beverage Cart will be open as well. Paradise Garden Grill Lunar New Year Sip & Savor Pass The popular Sip & Savor Pass — which is typically available at several of the Festivals at Disney California Adventure throughout the year — consists of a commemorative credential and 6 coupons redeemable for food and beverage offerings (excluding alcohol). Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure The Sip & Savor Pass will be $39, including tax, and will be available for purchase at the Marketplaces, Festival Gifts, Elias & Co., Kingswell Camera Shop, and the Sip & Savor Cart. Disneyland Annual Passholders will enjoy a reduced price along with a special Passholder lanyard and buttons (at participating marketplaces upon coupon redemption). Lunar New Year Celebration ©Disney Have fun celebrating the Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure! 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! Will you be celebrating the Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Review: Plaza de la Familia at Paradise Garden Grill at Disney California Adventure News: Menus Announced for Lunar New Year in Disney California Adventure Celebrate Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure in Disneyland Resort! View the full article

With a chill in the air across most of the country this January, we’re thinking of the sunshine and surf of our Southern California home port…San Diego! We’re sailing from this stunning city from March to May on two-, four-, five- and seven-night voyages to a variety of destinations in Mexico. Experiencing the beauty, charm and history of this ultimate vacation destination is the perfect addition to your family’s cruise. Here are the top three reasons you should book your next Disney cruise out of San Diego: There are tons of great things to do in Southern California. Want to get your vacation started before you board the ship? Don’t want the fun to stop once you debark? San Diego is the port city for you! Take time before or after your cruise to explore the incredible sites and activities the city has to offer. See exotic animals in the world-famous San Diego Zoo, take a stroll through historic Old Town San Diego or find something fun for the whole family at the museums and theaters in Balboa Park. And for the ultimate Disney fans, we have a special kind of adventure before you sail away. Add on the Adventures by Disney Southern California Short Escape, and experience behind-the-magic visits to The Walt Disney Studios and Disney Archives as well as a private tour of Walt Disney Imagineering. Plus take a visit to the happiest place on Earth – the Disneyland Resort! Explore sun-drenched destinations in Mexico. Our cruises to Baja and the Mexican Riviera are perfect for relaxation and family fun! At each destination, pick from a wide range of Port Adventures perfect for those seeking adrenaline filled-experiences or more laid-back beach time. Check out the beauty of the jungles and canyons as you zipline over the trees in Puerto Vallarta, kayak by the dramatic rock formations in Cabo San Lucas, or soak in the sun next to the turquoise waters in the “Cinderella of the Pacific” Ensenada. There’s something for everyone on our Baja and Mexican Riviera cruises setting sail from San Diego. Enjoy a cruise on the Disney Wonder full of fun and relaxation for the whole family. Every cruise from San Diego sets sail on the Disney Wonder, home to 11 decks overflowing with family-friendly restaurants, themed pools and more. Adults can enjoy spaces just for them like adult-exclusive dining and a luxurious spa while kids can play alongside their favorite Marvel Super Heroes in the Marvel Super Hero Academy. You and your family can enjoy delicious southern cooking and live jazz music at Tiana’s Place, or can relive Anna and Elsa’s Frozen adventure in a unique Broadway-style stage show. Ready to book your cruise out of America’s Finest City? Check out which of our cruises from San Diego are the best fit for you! View the full article

Cooler weather has prompted Orlando water parks to shut down for the day on Thursday. The cold snap will close Universal’s Volcano Bay, Walt Disney World’s Blizzard Beach and Aquatica, SeaWorld Orlando’s water park. Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon was already scheduled to be closed for annual maintenance,... View the full article

Are you considering a trip to Disney World this year? If so, we’re back with another DFB Video today and we’re sharing the best times to go to Disney World in 2019! We’ll be able to see everything beyond this entrance to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in 2019 There is, after all, a lot to consider when it comes to timing with any Disney World vacation. Obviously, 2019 will bring special considerations with the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in the fall in Hollywood Studios, so visiting the new land is high on the list for a lot of guests this year. But there is a lot more to think about such as crowds, weather, vacation package promotions, and various events such as the seasonal Festivals in Epcot. So there may be certain times that work better for your group over others, and we’re going to discuss them all 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: Do you have a Disney World trip on your 2019 calendar? If so, when will you be going? Related posts: DFB Video: Pros and Cons of Disney World Transportation DFB Video: Disney World Bathrooms! (Volume I) DFB Video: Things You’d NEVER Think You’d Need in Walt Disney World! View the full article

The Disneyland Resort is the ultimate travel destination in 2019 with plenty of new, fun-filled experiences to enjoy. Here’s what we’re looking forward to! Get Your Ears On – A Mickey and Minnie Celebration During the biggest celebration of Mickey and Minnie in Disneyland history, enjoy new and enhanced entertainment plus limited-time décor, specialty foods and merchandise. Kicking off later this month, “Mickey’s Mix Magic” will light up Disneyland park with a new high-energy projection show, creating a family-fun dance party atmosphere. The fan-favorite, “Mickey’s Soundsational Parade,” also returns with a rockin’ new opening to kick off the party. Lunar New Year Ring in the Year of the Pig during Lunar New Year celebrations at Disney California Adventure park, Jan. 25 through Feb. 17. A joyous celebration of Asian cultures, Lunar New Year encourages guests of all ages to enjoy multicultural performances, fun-filled activities, beautiful décor, delicious cuisine and themed merchandise. “Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession” will feature the Three Little Pigs as a special treat for the Year of the Pig. For those looking to feast on authentic Asian fare, check out the marketplaces like Longevity Noodle Co. and Prosperity Bao & Buns. A Sip and Savor Pass will be also available for adventurous palates interested in tasting six culinary creations. Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Explore California-inspired cuisine and beverages, plus live entertainment, family-friendly seminars and cooking demonstrations at this culinary festival, March 1 through April 23. More than a dozen mouthwatering Festival Marketplaces feature small plates, specialty wines and craft beers. To taste your way through the festival, the Sip and Savor Pass will be available for all guests looking to try a variety of dishes. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge In summer 2019, live your own Star Wars adventure in a galaxy far, far away and explore Black Spire Outpost. Once a busy crossroads, this spaceport on the planet Batuu is now home to those who prefer to stay out of the mainstream, including smugglers, rogue traders and exotic creatures traveling between the frontier and uncharted space. Take the controls in one of three unique and critical roles aboard Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. On Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, join a battle between the First Order and the Resistance – including a face-off with Kylo Ren. Pixar Pier Attractions Since opening in June 2018, Pixar Pier brings the stories and characters of Disney•Pixar films to life with exciting attractions, themed neighborhoods and fun eateries. In 2019, Pixar Pier welcomes two additional attractions to complete the land: Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind and Jessie’s Critter Carousel. What are you most excited for at the Disneyland Resort in 2019? View the full article

If you’re planning a Disney World vacation you’ll probably discover that it can be just a bit overwhelming with Advance Dining Reservations, FastPass+ selections, and more — and you quickly come up with a whole list of questions that you don’t have answers to. Cinderella Castle Our good friends at Small World Vacations have been answering planning questions for years, even those that might sound strange to seasoned Disney World visitors but are totally logical to novices. These are five common questions along with ANSWERS from the agents at Small World Vacations! 1. “It’s my birthday, can I spend the day touring the parks with Mickey Mouse?” — While Disney goes out of their way to acknowledge your special celebration, the Disney Characters are not able to accompany guests for an entire day in the parks. You can find out where to meet your favorite Disney friend in the park map guides, your MyDisneyExperience account and by asking at your Disney Resort concierge or Guest Relations in the parks. 2. “Can a Disney Princess come to our room and read my child a bedtime story?” — Disney Princesses can’t tuck your children in at night but you can meet Disney Princesses like Belle, Merida, Ariel, Cinderella, or Pocahontas and take a pic with them in the theme parks. Or, you can dine with Disney Royalty including Snow White and Jasmine at select character meals. Check your MyDisneyExperience.com app for times and locations. Click here for Princess Experiences at Walt Disney World. Dine with Snow White! 3. “How can we sleep in Cinderella’s Castle?” — There really is a royal suite located high above the crowds in the castle in the Magic Kingdom. You can’t book it, but has been a top prize in past Disney sweepstakes. The next best thing to spending the night is dining with Cinderella and Friends at Cinderella’s Royal Table. And right next door, your little one can feel like a Princess with a magical make-over at the Bibiddi Bobiddi Boutique. 4. “Can I take the monorail from my Disney Resort to the theme parks?” — Yes, but only if you’re staying at one of the hotels closest to the Magic Kingdom – the Contemporary, Bay Lake Tower, Polynesian Village, and Grand Floridian Resort and Spa and Villas. You can ride the Monorail from the Ticket and Transportation Center to Epcot. There are also buses, boats, and the soon-to-be operational Disney Skyliner to take you from your Disney Resort to the theme parks (the Skyliner will be available at Caribbean Beach, Pop Century, and Art of Animation). And if you’d rather not wait for Disney transportation, you can call for a Minnie Van to drive you around Walt Disney World. Take a Minnie Van to your destination at Disney World! 5. “I don’t want to wait for the theme park rides. Can I pay to skip the lines?” — You don’t have to pay to skip the lines. Disney has a free service called FastPass+. Disney Resort guests can set up “reservations” in their MyDisneyExperience account 60 days in advance for three rides or experiences each day during their Walt Disney World Vacation. If you want to pay for super-duper access to the rides, a VIP tour with a Disney Guide for 7 hours is the ultimate “cut-the-line” experience. You have questions…Small World Vacations has answers! Small World Vacations agents have been to Walt Disney World over 2,500 times! Their agents know what you need to know before you go. They’re Diamond Level Authorized Disney Vacation Planners who have been there, done that and going back. Learn how they can help you and what are guests are saying about them: “Small World Vacations has been so fantastic with helping plan our magical vacation. Not only was our agent incredibly professional and organized but she also gave us amazing recommendations. She was always on top of things for us and followed up, typically within 24 hours. She made me feel like I was her only client and that every detail was perfect. THANK YOU” If you are ready to begin planning your 2019 Walt Disney World vacation, simply fill out Small World Vacations’ no obligation quote form! Small World Vacations is happy to share over 22 years of Disney expertise and firsthand experience with MyDisneyExperience, discounts, dining reservations, and FastPass+ so you can sit back, relax and enjoy some Disney Magic! There are some great deals for your 2019 Walt Disney World Vacation. Check out the current discounts. Small World Vacations’ agents compare offers to find the best deal for you. Get the Magic started and complete a request for a price quote with Disney Food Blog’s recommended Travel Agency — Small World Vacations. An agent will review your travel preferences and provide you with a no-obligation quote along with their phone number so you can speak directly with them. Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. (Why should you use a travel agent when you go to Disney? See what we think here! Or click here for a no obligation price quote today! And tell them DFB Sent You! Exclusive Disney Food Blog and Small World Vacations Limited Time Offer Considering booking a Disney World trip? If you want to save time and money, you definitely want to book with a Small World Vacations travel agent. And now is the perfect time! Book a new 2019 Walt Disney World® vacation valued at $3600 or more and get one FREE Mickey Themed insulated cooler filled with yummy treats and surprises delivered to your onsite Walt Disney World Resort room. (Items may vary.). Check-in between January 9 and September 30, 2019. Mention code DFB3 to qualify. Check-in at a Walt Disney World Resort between January 9 and September 30, 2019. Free Mickey Cooler In-room Offer must be booked by Small World Vacations January 9 – 31, 2019. Restrictions apply. Substitutions may be necessary. Personalization not available. Previously booked reservations not eligible. Offer void if reservation is cancelled or modified to non-qualifying price or travel dates. Contact Small World Vacations for a price quote today! You must include code DFB3 to get the special offer. Maximize the Dining Plan! If you book a 2019 Walt Disney World Vacation Package with table service dining, you will receive one FREE digital e-Book, the Disney Food Blog Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World valued at $19.95. This guide helps you to get the most out of your Disney Dining Experience! Small World Vacations is proud to be the preferred travel agency of the Disney Food Blog. Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you — they’ve literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They’re DFB’s recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you Related posts: 21 Myths About Walt Disney World Food DEBUNKED Disney World’s FREE DINING Offer Ends SOON! Book Now for Free Dining this Fall! Book Your Disney World Trip Before This Discount DEADLINE! View the full article

We’ve got even more discounts to let you know about if you’re one of the participants in a 2019 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend race! We Run for Mickey Pretzels! When you stop by the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo to pick up your race packets, you’ll want to stop by the Disney Springs booth to grab your participant discounts and offers guide! Discounts are available from January 9 – 13, 2019 for participants who show their race bib (or medal, once you receive it) at participating locations which include merchandise and dining spots. Dining options include food at table service locations such as Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ and Paddlefish. (Note that some discounts are applicable to food only.) Paddlefish They also include quick service spots like Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza and YeSake. The Art Lover Pizza from Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza However, if you happen to miss stopping by the booth, here is the full guide, which you can click to enlarge for easier reading. (You can also see it via @DisneySprings on Twitter.) 2019 Disney World Marathon Weekend Participant Discounts Guide ENJOY your race weekend and everything you’ve worked so hard to accomplish! The DFB is rooting for you! 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! Are you participating in a race this weekend? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Wine and Dine Runners: Re-fuel with a Discount at Homecomin’ in Disney Springs! Disney World Mac and Cheese Gallery New DFB Video: EAT THIS at Disney Springs Part 1 View the full article

A passion for purple has taken over the Disney Parks! From the arrival of Purple Potion ears in mid-December, to the inevitable barrage of beautiful violet treats, purple is everywhere! And now our Disneyland correspondent Heather (hi, @DiningInDisney!!) has spotted (and devoured!) an Ultraviolet Cake Pop! This subtly sparkly pop is perfectly paired with Purple Potion ears! Ultraviolet Cake Pop Purple Potion Ears Heather tells us that the cake pop is chocolate, and the ears are white chocolate. She grabbed hers at Candy Palace, but she also spied it at Marceline’s! Ultraviolet Cake Pop Add this to the list of purple treats we can’t get enough of — right alongside Contempo Cafe’s version of the Purple Potion Cupcake! Want to be sure you don’t miss a minute of the Disney food trends? Sign up for the DFB Newsletter today! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! Are you a cake pop fan? Tell us what you think in the comments below! Related posts: Halloween Time Eats: Orange Sugar Churro with Candy Corn Dip in Disneyland! Review: Mary Poppins-Inspired Treats (and a Souvenir Spoon!!) at Disneyland’s Jolly Holiday Bakery Pumpkin Spice Paradise at Flo’s V-8 in Disney California Adventure! View the full article

If you’re anything like us, you’re anxiously seeking details about Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World’s Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Scheduled to open in the fall of 2019, work continues in earnest… at least as much as we can see. On a visit to the park yesterday, we were able to capture a little more detail of this building that’s being constructed adjacent to Tatooine Traders. Grand Avenue Structure Wrapping is down on this project (it was there just last week), so we can see a lot more detail, like the green tile roof and linear, simple overall design. Grand Avenue Structure No word yet on what this building is, but there’s a large opening on the front. Maybe a small storefront? A place to grab a snack? Or just a DVC sales location? Time will tell! Grand Avenue Structure We also peeked over the wall in Toy Story Land to see what we could see. There’s plenty of scaffolding still in place, but the topography looks really cool. Galaxy’s Edge Construction Check out these recently released details about Galaxy’s Edge! As for Disney’s Hollywood Studios Skyliner station: we spied more red detailing being added. We can’t wait to see this completed! Skyliner Construction The Skyliner is scheduled to open in 2019 as well, so you can bet we’re going to be chasing details and progress for months! Sign up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter so you don’t miss any breaking Disney Parks news! Which construction project are you most excited to see completed? Let us know in the comments! 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. Related posts: How Do The 10 Biggest Disney News Stories This Year Affect Your Disney Trips in 2019? Find Out! What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: March 14, 2018 What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Coronado Springs Resort: May 26, 2018 View the full article

New Valentine’s Day merchandise is starting to pop up in the parks! We’ve just spotted these adorable Mickey and Minnie plush in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Mickey and Minnie Valentine’s Plush There’s more to each of these than meets the eye. Mickey Be Mine Plush Minnie I Love You Plush See ? Minnie Plush And for fans of the beautiful Pixar short, Lava, there is currently an “I Lava You” MagicBand at select merchandise spots! I Lava You MagicBand Box Like many specialty MagicBands, it’s a limited edition with this particular batch set for 2,400. Lava MagicBand Lava MagicBand Lava MagicBand So here’s an early Happy Valentine’s Day wish… Happy Valentine’s Day 2019! … from Disney World to you! 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 picking up any 2019 Valentine’s Day merchandise? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: #OnTheList: Mickey-Shaped Rice Krispy Treats Valentine’s Day Treats in Disney World and Disneyland DFB Video: 2018 Disney Year in Review! View the full article

As we begin the New Year, I can’t wait to get back to the parks for my first visit of 2019 to experience some of my favorite attractions! Whether I’m planning a full day in the parks with my friends and family at Walt Disney World Resort or going on a quick visit to one of the parks at the Disneyland Resort, FastPasses make it so easy and are a real time-saver when we get to the park! If you’re familiar with the FastPass service, you probably know about the perfectly-themed clocks at each attraction that tell you when it’s your assigned FastPass time. How well do you know the clocks of Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort? Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz that’s sure to stand the test of time! Did you know that Citizen is now the official timepiece of Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort? Be on the lookout for these new FastPass return clocks and Main Street icons the next time you visit Disney Parks! View the full article

What better way to start the New Year than booking a summer Disney vacation for all in the familia! Now, more than ever, it is easier to get everything you need in your family vacation and save while staying at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel to enjoy the magic that only Disney can provide. If you book a non-discounted five-night/six-day Walt Disney Travel Co. package that includes a room at a select Disney Resort Hotel and a ticket with a Park Hopper Option or Park Hopper Plus Option through Feb. 10, 2019, for arrivals most nights from July 5 to Sept. 30, 2019, you’ll receive a dining plan for free! Packages of other lengths of stay may also be available.* You and your familia can also enjoy fun at all four Disney theme parks such as: Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and limited-time magic offerings at all four theme parks! It is the perfect time to dig in to this deliciosa oferta and enjoy all four Disney theme parks, water parks, Disney Springs and mucho más! Click here for more details and to book today! Disclaimer: “The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Everyone in the same room must be on the same package. Advance reservations are required. Tickets are valid for admission beginning on the selected start date and must be used within the valid use period provided at the time of purchase. View ticket usage rules. Some table-service restaurants may have limited or no availability at time of package purchase. Minimum 4-night length of stay. Minimum 4-day Theme Park tickets with Park Hopper or Park Hopper Plus option.” View the full article

Marvel’s tiniest of heroes have an opening date at Hong Kong Disneyland. The new attraction Ant-Man and The Wasp: Nano Battle! will open to the public on March 31, 2019. "We really want to craft a cinematic experience, so we use our latest 3-D technology to create the highest fidelity show set... View the full article

Walls have gone up around Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland marking the beginning of refurbishment season in Southern California. Walls up around Sleeping Beauty Castle During the slower months of January and February, Disneyland frequently closes some rides and attractions for refurbishment. In addition to Astro Orbitor and Splash Mountain closures scheduled for this Spring, the iconic Sleeping Beauty Castle will also get some much needed repairs. The roof of Sleeping Beauty Castle suffered damage from the 60th Anniversary Diamond Celebration decorations that were up way back in 2015 and 2016; there’s been some minor restoration works since then, but it was time for a big fix. Decorations from Disneyland’s 60th Anniversary Upon entering Disneyland, guests will find grey walls surrounding the base of the castle. To get to Fantasyland, guests are being asked to use the Big Thunder Mountain Trail or the Parade Route along the Matterhorn. For those of you worried about photos, you’ll want to take them further down Main Street as the top of the castle is uncovered – for now… Sign directs guests to Fantasyland during castle refurbishment According to the OC Register, Disneyland plans to spend $300,000 to re-roof Sleeping Beauty Castle. We’re expecting a pretty extensive renovation that will involve scaffolding and scrims that will likely block some of the castle from view. We checked out the permits – and fear not! – there will be no major changes to the castle beyond the fixes to the roof, which involved installing fibre-reinforced plastic on the turrets. Expect the same signature warm pink towers and bright blue roofs once the walls come down! Sign on Sleeping Beauty Castle construction wall As of now, the Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough is still open to guests; however, construction will force that attraction to close beginning January 17th. This attraction will reopen, and the walls will come down, sometime in the Spring. Get Your Ears On — A Mickey and Minnie Celebration ©Disney Luckily, Disneyland guests have a few things to look forward to while the castle undergoes these renovations! Get Your Ears On – A Mickey and Minnie Celebration kicks off on January 18th with the return of Mickey’s Soundsational Parade and a brand new nighttime show – Mickey’s Mix Magic. Mickey’s Mix Magic ©Disney Don’t miss out on ALL the LATEST Disneyland News!! Sign Up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter to get all the updates sent to your inbox – Click HERE to subscribe! Will you be visiting Disneyland during the castle refurbishment? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Get Your Ears On — A Mickey and Minnie Celebration Coming to Disneyland Resort! News: Special Menus for New Year’s Eve in Disneyland Will You Fall for the Avalanche Donut at Disneyland’s Donut Cart? View the full article

Mickey Mouse’s official 90th birthday celebration might have been in 2018, but the fun is continuing this year with new parties, merchandise, and more! Celebrate Mickey merchandise We spotted some new items from the Celebrate Mickey merchandise collection and it’s so cute we just HAD to share it! We’re loving this fun and adorable Celebrate Mickey T-shirt featuring Mickey Mouse and a few of his best pals! Celebrate Mickey T-shirt Mickey is holding the Key to the Kingdom in the artwork, while Minnie, Donald, Goofy, and Chip ‘n Dale are celebrating the big cheese! If you’re looking for the perfect toddler-sized Disneybounding outfit, this cute two-piece Mickey Mouse set is a must-have! How ADORABLE is this outfit? The Mickey Mouse shorts and blue bow tie are just too cute! We spotted more cute items for kids including this top with sparkly sequin sleeves! Cute and sparkly! There are a lot of fun apparel items in the collection like this super colorful hoodie featuring presents! Fun hoodie! And this gray hoodie with Mickey Mouse celebrating at the Magic Kingdom. Celebrate Mickey! If you’re looking for a party this year, this is the hoodie for you. It’s party time! This white hoodie with Mickey and a castle made out of party hats is fun. It’s time to celebrate! We really like this pretty blue top with sparkles! Mickey is ready to party! This fun top features icons from Disney Parks around the world. We’re celebrating Mickey all around the world! In addition to apparel, the Celebrate Mickey collection also includes home goods like this fun coffee mug – notice the handle looks just like a key to the kingdom! Celebrate Mickey with your morning cup of coffee These tumblers are cute too. Lots of Mickey tumblers! And, there’s even a light up Mickey wand — a holdover from his actual birthday celebration! Fun Mickey mouse light-up wand We expect to find the Celebrate Mickey collection at merchandise locations throughout Disney World, but these items were spotted at the Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios. And remember, the new Move It! Shake It! Mousekedance It! starts next week at the Magic Kingdom so get ready to Celebrate Mickey! 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 celebrating Mickey with some new merchandise? Let us know with a comment! Related posts: Disney World Mac and Cheese Gallery Review! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Treats (with Haunted Mansion Portrait Desserts!) 21 Myths About Walt Disney World Food DEBUNKED View the full article