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As I shared yesterday, Disneyland Resort celebrated its newly announced 2019-2020 Disney Ambassadors, Justin Rapp and Rafa Barron, with a cavalcade in Disneyland park. After the cavalcade, I had a chance to speak with them to get their reactions about being named Disney Ambassadors. “When I heard my name called as a Disney Ambassador, I didn’t believe it,” said Justin, who started as a Jungle Cruise skipper in 2012 before his most recent role in entertainment. “I get to represent our 30,000 cast members, and I’m really excited about making monthly visits to Children’s Hospital of Orange County with our Disney characters. That will be really special.” Rafa, who hired into Tomorrowland attractions two and a half years ago, added, “It’s an honor to represent our cast members. The Disney Ambassador program is a legacy we’ve been carrying on since Walt Disney started it in 1965.” See the announcement and cavalcade in this video! View the full article

A sneak peek of Disney’s dazzling new adventure “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” is now playing for a limited time as part of the Walt Disney Presents attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort and in the Sunset Showcase Theater at Disney California Adventure park. Yesterday, actress Mackenzie Foy, who plays Clara in the film, was joined by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse on the red carpet at Disney California Adventure to celebrate the sneak peek kickoff at Disney Parks. Each sneak peek features a special video introduction by Mackenzie, followed by an advance look at 12 minutes from the film. Check out the amazing trailer below! All Clara (Mackenzie Foy) wants is a key – a one-of-a-kind key that will unlock a box that holds a priceless gift. A golden thread, presented to her at godfather Drosselmeyer’s (Morgan Freeman) annual holiday party, leads her to the coveted key—which promptly disappears into a strange and mysterious parallel world. It’s there that Clara encounters a soldier named Phillip (Jayden Fowora-Knight), a gang of mice and the regents who preside over three Realms: Land of Snowflakes, Land of Flowers and Land of Sweets. Clara and Phillip must brave the ominous Fourth Realm, home to the tyrant Mother Ginger (Helen Mirren), to retrieve Clara’s key and hopefully return harmony to the unstable world. Starring Keira Knightley as the Sugar Plum Fairy, Disney’s new holiday feature film “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” is directed by Lasse Hallström and Joe Johnston, and inspired by E.T.A. Hoffmann’s classic tale. Look for Disney’s “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” in theaters in 3D on November 2. View the full article

An article about Walt Disney Co. CEO Bob Iger is the cover story of an upcoming edition of Time magazine. The headline: “Inside Disney’s Magic.” The story, written by Belinda Buscombe, focuses on Iger’s ability to bring other companies — such as Pixar, Lucasfilm, Marvel and 21st Century Fox’s entertainment... View the full article

When we were at Hollywood Studios we saw something you don’t see very often — a clear view from the entrance of the park to the Chinese Theater. Hollywood Studios Chinese Theater Usually, during the day, the stage for the show A Galaxy Far Far Away is sitting in front of the theater. We caught the show the last time we were in Hollywood Studios. But fans of the show don’t despair! Just because the stage is gone doesn’t mean the show has been cancelled. Hollywood Studios The stage is undergoing refurbishment for a few weeks, and during that time the show is on hiatus. But, the March of the first order is still going on! Captain Phasma leading First Order Stormtroopers With the stage gone you can also see there is some work going on in the courtyard of the Chinese Theater. This is to get ready for the new ride, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, replacing the Great Movie Ride. Hollywood Studios Chinese Theater We’ll keep you posted on when A Galaxy Far Far Away returns as well as the construction progress on Star Wars Land Galaxy’s Edge. Which are you looking forward to most — Galaxy’s Edge or the new Mickey and Minnie Runaway Railway? Check out our Food Tour of Hollywood Studios! When you’re done – check out all of our Food Tours 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 the ALL the Best Snacks Walt Disney World Has to Offer! Get four awesome e-Books FULL of Disney park dining advice, bundled for 30% off the already discounted price! Yep, we’ve scoured the parks to find any and all snack choices — from the mundane to the spectacular — and we tell you all about them (with full-color pictures!) in our snack guides! These are updated every year, so you know your guide will be perfect for your upcoming trip, and they’re bundled with our DFB Guide to WDW Dining! This money-saving bundle includes all of the following: The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks The DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks All four are being sold together — for 30% off the already hugely discounted bundle price. Use code BUNDLE18 at check out to get the discount. It’s a $63 value for under $30!! With this Bundle of e-books you’ll have everything you need at your fingertips to plan the best Disney World vacation ever. And with our handy e-book format, you can download the Guides to all of your electronic devices and take them with you wherever you go! And with our 100% money-back guarantee, what do you have to lose? Related posts: News: Muppets Courtyard is Officially Official…for now…at Disney’s Hollywood Studios 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! View the full article

Whether inspired by Cars Land to drive along Route 66, by Adventureland to explore a tropical jungle or by World Showcase at Epcot to circumnavigate the globe, Disney Vacation Club Members have the freedom and flexibility to explore the world as part of Membership Magic. With thousands of vacation destinations across the globe available to Members through our friends at RCI, it can be a lot to navigate. To help Members get the most of the options at their fingertips, RCI will host a special information session at Top of the World Lounge atop Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort on Oct. 17 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Members in attendance will learn to get more from their RCI access by discovering resorts available using vacation points or cash, gaining a better understanding of options for nightly and weekly stays, learning how to conduct more effective online resort searches and more, all while enjoying light foods and beverages. Space is limited, so call Member Services at (800) 800-9800 as soon as possible to register to attend this complimentary session. Happy travels! All accommodations are subject to availability. Exchange privileges through RCI – destinations are subject to change without notice. View the full article

Model Lily Aldridge recently stopped by Magic Kingdom Park during her vacation at Walt Disney World Resort. Lily, accompanied by family and friends, was thrilled to meet fashion icon Minnie Mouse at Cinderella Castle – and also took the time to tell us what she loves about visiting the resort at this time of year. High on her list? Attending Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Check out the video above for more. View the full article

Our Disney Parks Moms Panelist Tania is back to share why she loves her Disney Vacation Club Membership, as it allows her large and extended Hispanic family to vacation together in accommodations that fit her multi-generational family. Tania loves watching her kids with their grandparents, either playing at the theme parks or cooking in one of the Disney Vacation Club villas, most of which have full kitchens. Tania shares some great advice for all of us on the importance of family time and how to make the most of it on a Disney vacation. For more information about Disney Vacation Club or planning your next Disney vacation, visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for a personalized answer from one of our knowledgeable panelists. View the full article

Earlier this week, Advance Dining Reservations opened up for Sebastian’s Bistro for dates starting October 8th. Sebastian’s Bistro Logo ©Disney This new table service restaurant at Caribbean Beach Resort will feature Latin and Caribbean flavors in an “under the sea” setting, in keeping with your “host,” Sebastian! Sebastian’s Bistro ©Disney We’ve taken a sneak peek at the new spot’s menu offerings, but the full menu is now available online. Sebastian’s Bistro starters ©Disney Appetizers feature Jamaican Meat Pies and Raw Sliced Tuna, while the Maurauders Snack serves up a variety of dips to pair with tostones and arepas. Appetizer Menu Your choices for entree will vary based on whether you are visiting for lunch or dinner. Sebastian’s Bistro vegan entrees ©Disney Lunch features a variety of sandwiches (including two vegan options) and as well as Lunch Mains. Lunch Menu These include the same Grilled Skirt Steak Chimichurri which you may also order during dinner. Sebastian’s Bistro Skirt Steak ©Disney Dinner Mains present a unique Caribbean Goat Curry among the choices. Dinner Menu A Caribbean Vegetable Curry and Jerk Butternut Squash appear to present more vegetarian options during dinner. Kids will be able to mix and match with Create-Your-Own Entrees. Kids Menu Kiddos can choose their preferred entree, then select two accompanying sides. Kids Side Options Don’t forget dessert! Sebastian’s Bistro desserts ©Disney Mile Marker Zero and Message in a Bottle are among the selections. Dessert Menu Joffrey’s Jamaican Blue Mountain Press Pot and an Alto Mayo Press Pot will be served in the coffee options. And lots of fun choices for both Mocktails and Cocktails are up for sips. A variety of beers, wines, and rum will also be on the menu. Specialty Beverages Do you have plans to visit Sebastian’s Bistro? Please let us know! 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 Details! 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. What are your thought on the new and refurbished dining options at Caribbean Beach Resort? Related posts: 25 Must-Do Disney World Holiday Events — and Eats! Best Disney World Character Meal Recommendations By Age News: Celebrate Mickey’s Birthday with Special Disney World Treats This Weekend Only! View the full article

Tonight’s “After Dark” image was snapped during the “Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular,” a show you can only see during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park. In this guest-favorite show, the Sanderson sisters throw a wickedly fun celebration that features favorite Disney villains like Dr. Facilier, Oogie Boogie and Maleficent. By the way, did you know the “Hocus Pocus” film is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year? There’s still time to enjoy this show and much more at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year, which takes place on select nights Aug. 17- Oct. 31, 2018. Grab ticket info here. Thanks to photographer Steven Diaz for the image. View the full article

Having spent the past few weeks debating which Disney Princess dress would give our toddler the best chance of avoiding heat stroke as we trick-or-treat on Halloween (we’ve since decided to dress the entire family as The Incredibles in full-body polyester super suits, proving once again that our judgment is poor), I can’t help but look ahead to the more temperate winter holidays, when Florida temperatures may dive into the 80s. Don’t worry about me – I have a scarf. More than just a relief from an extended Florida summer, the holiday season brings a flurry of Membership Magic offerings to Disney Vacation Club Members, and reservations for multiple holiday events begin soon. On October 18 (my birthday, but don’t feel obligated to send a gift … unless you happen to have a breathable super suit), reservations open for two Disney Vacation Club holiday celebrations at Walt Disney World Resort: Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve … Eve. The Disney Vacation Club Holiday Dinner Party will take place on Dec. 24 from 3-5 p.m. in the Fantasia Ballroom at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Gather around your private, custom-sized table for a festive feast during a celebration that also includes photo opportunities with some of your favorite Disney characters. For New Year’s Eve…Eve, Disney Vacation Club invites Members and their guests to look ahead to 2019 in exclusive fashion. Taking place on Dec. 30 from 10 p.m.-midnight in the Fantasia Lobby and Porte Cohere at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, the Disney Vacation Club New Year’s Eve Eve Dessert Party includes light bites and desserts along with a DJ dance party; kids’ activities; photo opportunities with Pixar Pals from The Incredibles, Inside Out, Finding Nemo, Up and more before attendees enjoy the Magic Kingdom fireworks from the Porte Cochere. Beyond these Culinary Magic experiences, Disney Vacation Club Members once again enjoy discounted tickets to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party on select dates (nine November dates and five December dates). As an added bonus, Disney Vacation Club Members holding Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party tickets for any event date may enter Magic Kingdom Park to get a jump start on the fun as early as 2 p.m. on the event day, two hours before other event ticket holders. Click here to learn more about this after-hours party at Magic Kingdom Park, including discount dates and prices. A holiday event for Members at Disneyland Resort is taking shape as I write this post, so stay tuned for those details. In the meantime, all of us at Disney Vacation Club hope you have a happy holiday season and a reasonably temperate New Year. As a part of Membership Extras, an incidental benefit, these member benefits are subject to change, availability or termination and may require a fee. Membership Extras are available with eligible ownership interests. Visit http://disneyvacationclub.com/memextraspolicy for more information. View the full article

Paris Saint Germain soccer star Neymar undoubtedly knows how to perform a kick-off on the field as well as in the park — Disneyland Park that is. A day after leading his team to a victory over the OGC Nice team, Neymar and his girlfriend Bruna Marquezine joined Mickey Mouse in Disneyland Paris to – you guessed it – kick off the World’s Biggest Mouse Party, a tribute to the iconic mouse celebrating 90 years of Mickey magic. Neymar and Marquezine met up with Mickey in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle for a few photos before savoring “une belle journée” (a beautiful day) in the park. The couple enjoyed a romantic stroll down Main Street U.S.A. and experienced perhaps Disneyland Paris’ most Parisian attraction, Ratatouille: The Adventure. Guests can now discover all-new, unforgettable ways to celebrate 90 years of Mickey at Disneyland Paris. Go on an adventure with Mickey and Donald in the new 4D experience “Mickey and his PhilharMagique Orchestra” at the Discoveryland Theater, or take a cue from Neymar and Marquezine and stroll through the park while admiring specially themed birthday cakes in each of Disneyland Park’s five lands. It’s time to celebrate the Big Cheese at Disney Parks around the world! View the full article

We’ve had an extra-colorful year thanks to Disney with Rose Gold, Millennial Pink, and Iridescent treats. And this weekend only, Disneyland Resort will be serving up Rainbow treats to catch every color! Rainbow Treats and Merch in Disneyland ©Disney You’ve got to get over to the parks this weekend to try (and Instagram) some of these treats! Rainbow Cookie This Rainbow Cookie makes us smile! It’s a sugar cookie topped with icing, then a rainbow drizzle pattern — and, of course, a smiling Mickey Mouse. Disneyland Rainbow Cookie ©Disney You’ll be able to find these in both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. Disneyland’s locations are Jolly Holiday Bakery Café, Plaza Inn, Market House, Coffee Cart near Central Plaza, Alien Pizza Planet, Galactic Grill, and Hungry Bear Restaurant. At Disney California Adventure, the cookies will be at Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Café, Pacific Wharf Café, Corn Dog Castle, and Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta. Rainbow Krispie Treat The World of Color Crispy Treat is a classic Mickey shape topped with icing and decorated with colored sugar. Disneyland Rainbow Krispie Treat ©Disney You’ll find it at all of the candy shops across property – Marceline’s Confectionery in Downtown Disney, Candy Palace and Pooh Corner in Disneyland, as well as Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff at California Adventure. Rainbow Cake This might look like any ordinary cake — until you dig in and discover that it’s a rainbow cake! The rainbow is made up of layers of white chocolate mousse and red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple cake topped with buttercream frosting, rainbow sprinkles, and a Chocolate Mickey on each slice! Disneyland Rainbow Cake ©Disney This will be at the Plaza Inn at Disneyland and Pacific Wharf Café, Flo’s V8 Café, and Paradise Garden Grill in Disney California Adventure. Rainbow Shake, Funnel Cake Fries, and Ice Cream The Rainbow Rock Shake with rainbow cereal and whipped cream will be at Disney California Adventure’s Schmoozies. Schmoozies’ neighbor, Award Weiners, will be serving up Rainbow Funnel Cake Fries topped with Condensed Milk and Rainbow Cereal. Over at the Cozy Cone Motel in Cars Land you can get rainbow cereal on top of your soft-serve cone. Disneyland Rainbow Rock Shake and Rainbow Funnel Cake Fries ©Disney Rainbow Ice Cream Sandwich Cookies Sticking with ice cream, Clarabelle’s Hand Scooped Ice Cream in California Adventure will be offering a Rainbow Sprinkles Cone or a Rainbow Ice Cream Sandwich — two cookies filled with vanilla ice cream, dipped in chocolate, and rolled in rainbow sprinkles. Disneyland Rainbow Ice Cream Sandwich ©Disney Count us in! Rainbow Drinks Hollywood Lounge will be offering a Fabulous Freeze — a rum runner topped with whipped cream and sour candy. And at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, you can find a specialty beverage at PCH Grill, Surfside Lounge, and The Sand Bar. This specialty drink is made with grenadine, Blue Curacao, coconut rum, white rum, piña colada mix, and coconut water. Speaking of drinks, this Rainbow Tumbler will be at a variety of quick service restaurants, carts, and kiosks throughout the resort with either your choice of fountain beverage or a flavored slushy. Disneyland Rainbow Tumbler ©Disney Rainbow Merch and Souvenirs If it’s merch and souvenirs you’re after (in addition to sweet treats!) be sure to look for the 2018 Rainbow Disneyland shirt. Plus the Mickey Mouse Rainbow Ears or the Minnie Mouse Rainbow Headband, Mickey Mouse Rainbow Pin, and Rainbow Lanyard Medal will be available at various merchandise locations throughout the resort. Disneyland Rainbow Merch ©Disney Remember — these treats are only available October 5-7, 2018 during Gay Days at Disneyland Resort and the merchandise is available while supplies last! In addition to all of these treats the Halloweentime special food, treats, and drinks are also available! This is a great time to go to Disneyland! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! And find even more Disneyland Food Fun on our Disneyland Page! Will you be in Disneyland this weekend to grab a Rainbow treat? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Best of the Fest: What to Eat at the 2016 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival 2016 Disneyland Candy Cane Dates Announced! Breaking! NEW Dining Spots Coming to Disneyland’s Pixar Pier; PLUS Pixar Fest Food Sneak Peek… View the full article

Marc Rubin said he was picking out the spot to propose to his future wife in front of Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom when the most important moment of his life was thwarted by a Disney employee who insisted he move, court documents say. Now, Rubin is suing Walt Disney Parks and Resorts... View the full article

We found some key chains in Hollywood Studios that made us reach for our wallets immediately. Mickey Bar Key Chain Yep! That’s a Mickey Ice Cream Bar!! Now we can carry memories of one of our favorite Disney snacks with us everyday — even when we are home! And, that wasn’t the only key chain we found. Check out these bedazzled Minnie Mouse Ears and Rose Gold Ears key chains! Minnie Mouse Ears and Rose Gold Ears Key Chains And on the topic of merch, we found some clothes for the kiddos in Magic Kingdom! Your little one can share their love of Mickey Bars as well with this t-shirt. Kids’ I’m here for the Mouse T-Shirt If your kiddo is a Hakuna Matata kind of kid, then you’ve got to add these to their wardrobe. Kids’ Hakuna Matata T-Shirt Kids Hakuna Matata Sweat Pants Are your kids adventurers? Get them this hoodie honoring all of the Disney Mountains! Kids’ Hoodie If your adventurer prefers the Jungle Cruise how about this long sleeve shirt featuring the Jungle Cruise’s boats and hippos! Kids’ Rivers of Adventure Shirt Now the big question, which key chain are you getting and is your little prince of princess getting some new Disney clothes? Decisions, decisions. Check out our 10 Favorite Disney Snacks! When you’re done – check out all of our Food Tours 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 the ALL the Best Snacks Walt Disney World Has to Offer! Get four awesome e-Books FULL of Disney park dining advice, bundled for 30% off the already discounted price! Yep, we’ve scoured the parks to find any and all snack choices — from the mundane to the spectacular — and we tell you all about them (with full-color pictures!) in our snack guides! These are updated every year, so you know your guide will be perfect for your upcoming trip, and they’re bundled with our DFB Guide to WDW Dining! This money-saving bundle includes all of the following: The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks The DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks All four are being sold together — for 30% off the already hugely discounted bundle price. Use code BUNDLE18 at check out to get the discount. It’s a $63 value for under $30!! With this Bundle of e-books you’ll have everything you need at your fingertips to plan the best Disney World vacation ever. And with our handy e-book format, you can download the Guides to all of your electronic devices and take them with you wherever you go! And with our 100% money-back guarantee, what do you have to lose? Related posts: Every. Single. Rose Gold Snack. in Disney World Disney World Mac and Cheese Gallery Disney FOOD CHALLENGE! Can You Eat All 19 Of Our Favorite Mickey-Shaped Foods?!? View the full article

When we were in Hollywood Studios last week we told you about a recent newcomer to the ABC Commissary menu, the Southwestern Steak Fries. Well, we went home and couldn’t stop thinking about those fries, so we were back at the ABC Commissary this week to give these a try! ABC Commissary Why couldn’t we stop thinking of these? They are fries are tossed in chipotle lime seasoning and topped with chili lime mayo and queso fresco — sounds amazing! Southwestern Steak Fries We’ve had steak fries here before that we’ve enjoyed. Right away we noticed the fries are thicker in this rendition — which we really appreciated as they held their toppings better than the thinner fries used before. Southwestern Steak Fries You can see there is good topping of queso fresco. The combination of the chipotle lime seasoning and chili lime mayo did get a little spicy, but not too spicy — just something to be aware of when ordering these if spicy food isn’t your favorite. Southwestern Steak Fries The only disappointing thing about these was we did think the portion size was a little small, but it is an appetizer, so it is probably sized appropriately — we just like our fries! Overall, we really enjoyed these fries. Have you tried these fries yet? Let us know what you thought of them! Check out our Food Tour of Hollywood Studios (including ABC Commissary)! When you’re done – check out all of our Food Tours 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: Review: Jalapeno Poppers and Sides at ABC Commissary in Disney’s Hollywood Studios News: ABC Commissary Offers New ‘Fast Casual’ Dining and Dinner Menu Easter Eggs and Eats around Disney World! View the full article

This weekend, the Disney Wonder sets sail from San Diego on a weeklong cruise to the Mexican Riviera, visiting an eclectic mix of Mexico’s most popular ports of call: Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta. If you’re joining us on this cruise, or when we return in 2019, here’s what you and your family can expect … Beaches, beaches and more beaches. You may recognize Cabo San Lucas for its dramatic rock formations, but did you know it also has 20 different major beaches with white sand and turquoise waters? Puerto Vallarta also offers a number of spectacular beaches (40 to be exact), while Mazatlán boasts 10 miles of palm-lined, silky sands. Water sports galore. The Mexican Riviera is known for all types of water activities, from sailing and parasailing, to boating and jet skiing, to scuba diving, snorkeling and fishing. The outdoor sports mecca of Cabo is famous for fishing, earning a reputation as the billfish capital of the world. If water sports are your thing, your playground awaits. Open-air adventures. Those who prefer adventure on land can enjoy the sunshine with golf, horseback riding, nature hikes, bike rides and more. For a, adrenaline rush, embark on a 4-wheeling excursion through the jungle, take in extraordinary views from a zipline or explore a secluded beach high atop a camel. Local culture. Mazatlán’s daily downtown market, Centro Mercado, is brimming with handmade clothing and goods, and the artesian markets in Cabo offer an array of local handicrafts and souvenirs, such as silver, ceramics and wood carvings. In Puerto Vallarta, soak up the culture with Mariachi bands, woven Huichol Indian art and traditionally dressed cowboys when the locals celebrate a special occasion. A playground at sea. When the deep blue waters of the Pacific are the day’s “destination,” the Disney Wonder offers fun and relaxation for the entire family. Pools for families, children and adults, plus fanciful kids clubs (with Marvel Super Hero Academy!), a sports deck, a luxurious spa retreat, and much more, will keep you happy from morning to night. World-class entertainment and dining. Each night onboard the Disney Wonder, you’ll be treated to Broadway-caliber musicals – including “Frozen, A Musical Spectacular” – lively deck parties and plenty of other activities the entire family can enjoy. Our signature dining includes family-friendly restaurants, like the spirited Tiana’s Place, and the adult-exclusive Palo, serving up delicious cuisine and a one-of-a-kind dining experience at every meal. View the full article

Hi, there! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re showing you sixteen NEW eats that you can’t miss in Walt Disney World! Steak Frites at Wine Bar George This isn’t the first “new eats” video on our DFB YouTube channel… and it won’t be the last! Because Disney World is constantly coming up with new treats and eats and one of our favorite things to do is sharing them with you. So settle in for another fun list of some terrific new eats that we really think you will want to try on your next Disney World trip! 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 are you looking most forward to trying on your next trip to Disney World? Related posts: DFB Video: 11 Things Disney World Pros Do, And You Should, Too DFB Video: 5 Super Fun Rainy Day Activities in Disney World! DFB Video: Tips for Eating Gluten Free in Walt Disney World View the full article

In a tradition started by Walt Disney in 1965, Disneyland Resort President Josh D’Amaro announced the two newest Disney Ambassadors: Justin Rapp and Rafa Barron. The pair will represent the Resort and its 30,000 cast members during a two-year term, taking the magic of the Resort into the community by acting as emissaries of goodwill. “Congratulations to Rafa and Justin,” said Josh D’Amaro, president of the Disneyland Resort. “An engaged, thriving cast makes the magic stronger at the Disneyland Resort, and I am proud to welcome such talented new Disney Ambassadors to represent them.” Justin and Rafa were selected from more than 100 applicants. As part of their full-time duties, they will represent the Resort at a variety of events, such as hospital visits with Disney characters, special promotions and cast recognition ceremonies. In addition, they will serve as spokespeople for the Resort, as well as host dignitaries and other VIPs, especially during the park’s largest expansion in its history, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. While the tradition started at Disneyland Resort, today there are Ambassadors at every Disney Park around the world. Justin and Rafa will be celebrated during a cavalcade at Disneyland park today at 11 a.m. PT, from “it’s a small world” to Main Street, U.S.A. Congratulations, Justin and Rafa! View the full article

Disney’s “Dream Big, Princess” campaign uses the stories of fictional heroines like Moana and Tiana, and real-life role models to encourage kids around the globe to follow their dreams. The new #DreamBigPrincess video series puts the next generation of female storytellers behind the camera to tell the stories of inspirational role models. On October 11, declared the International Day of the Girl by United Nations, we’re inviting guests at Disney parks around the world to Disney bound in outfits inspired by their favorite female Disney characters, following the special events costume guidelines at each Disney resort location.* Whether your favorite character is clever, kind, compassionate, creative, adventurous, ambitious, fearless, confident, brave – or all of the above! – we want to see you celebrate their iconic style and spirit. Disney bounding can include color schemes, patterns, accessories and more that speak to your favorite character. Need some inspiration? Check out some of the looks available on Disney Style or Forever Disney. There are so many empowering female characters to choose from. If you can’t choose just one (we definitely can’t), team up with friends and family to celebrate an entire group of them! You might just find yourself featured right here on the Disney Parks Blog in your Disney bound best. And stay tuned for the premiere of the #DreamBigPrincess video series this month, celebrating the inspiring stories and words of advice from female trailblazers across industries and around the world, captured by 21 talented young women from 13 countries. From October 10 – November 20, 2018, for each like or share of a public video or photo with #DreamBigPrincess on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, Disney Worldwide Services will donate US $1 to Girl Up, the United Nations Foundation’s program supporting girls’ leadership and empowerment (minimum donation: $500,000/maximum donation: $1 million). For more information about Girl Up, go to girlup.org. *While we encourage creativity, we also value safety and good judgment. Please take a moment to read through the latest park rules and attire guidelines for your Disney resort destination when planning your Disney bound look. Walt Disney World Resort Attire Guidelines Disneyland Resort Attire Guidelines Disneyland Paris Resort Attire Guidelines Shanghai Disney Resort Attire Guidelines View the full article

At Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park, there’s more to do than just soak up the sun and relax in tranquil settings. You can sample great food and drinks, glide down lazy rivers or my personal favorite – take a splash down the slides! Whether it’s plunging body slides, rushing tube slides or head-to-head races, both water parks offer some thrilling water attractions you certainly don’t want to miss on your visit. Check them out for yourself! As you can see, the thrills and excitement are endless at Disney Water Parks. And now, more than ever is the perfect time to spend a fun day in the sun at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon or Disney’s Blizzard Beach. You can enjoy Disney’s Blizzard Beach until it closes for the season Oct. 28, while Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon stays open through the rest of the year, closing for the season Jan. 6, 2019. For more information on purchasing tickets to experience Disney water parks, click here. View the full article

In today’s Disney Doodle, artist Ashley Taylor imagines what Cruella De Vil would do if she had the chance to visit a Walt Disney World theme park. According to Ashley, Cruella’s fast driving skills in “101 Dalmations” may inspire her to test out a new form of transportation at the park for even faster speed – Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. “Cruella De Vil is always racing down the street in her car,” Ashley said. “It’s easy to imagine her trying out Big Thunder Mountain as a faster means of transportation!” View the full article

Get ready to meet Snow White, Dopey, Grumpy, and The Queen at Artist Point in Wilderness Lodge! Snow White and Dopey ©Disney This new dining experience will make its debut on December 16, 2018, and Advance Dining Reservations are now open! Artist Point page screenshot Guests will “enter an enchanted forest” at the reimagined restaurant, and it seems a photo opportunity will be available with The Queen herself. (It is presumed that Snow White, Grumpy, and Dopey will visit tables in a similar fashion to other Character Meals.) Artist Point page screenshot As for the meal, individually plated entrees will be surrounded by shared starters and desserts. Artist Point Appetizers will include Hunter’s Pie, Winter Squash Bisque and Wicked Shrimp Cocktail. Entree options will feature Royal Prime Rib Roast, Brother’s Grimm Roasted Chicken, Magic Mirror Slow Braised Veal Shank, Seafood Stew and Bashful’s Butter Poached Snapper. A Stroll Through Nature will present a vegetarian option featuring butternut squash, arugula and gnocchi. Kids options will include Royal Prime Rib Roast, Grilled Chicken, Princess Pasta and Vegetarian Steam Bun. Desserts will feature a “Poison” Apple; Fairy Tale Gooseberry Pie (sponge cake with chocolate gems and buttercream icing), and The Hunter’s Gift to the Queen (cracked maple popcorn with a ganache heart.) Because desserts are shared, guests won’t have to choose! It also appears on the Disney World website that One Disney Dining Plan Table Service will be redeemed per Guest for the Disney Dining Plan when dining at Storybook Dining with Snow White at Artist Point. We are currently working to confirm the out of pocket price point. The Pacific Northwest Cuisine that Artist Point has been known for will be available through November 10, 2018. 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! Would you like to dine with Snow White at Artist Point? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Snow White Storybook Dining Coming to Artist Point in Wilderness Lodge News: January 19th Wine Dinner at Wilderness Lodge’s Artist Point Review: New Rapunzel Bon Voyage Character Breakfast in Disney World View the full article

We’re sure keeping busy tracking the food and beverage price increases all over Walt Disney World this week. We’ve already been keeping you updated on price increases to snacks and drinks around property and even increases to select items at the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival. In this post, we’re exploring price increases at Table Service and Counter Service locations, giving two examples from Epcot. Epcot’s Spaceship Earth First up? Biergarten, a Table Service buffet in Epcot’s Germany Pavilion. The Biergarten Entry Way Previously, the restaurant offered a separate price for lunch and dinner. Lunch was $35 for adults/$19 for children, and dinner was $41.00 for adults/$22.00 for children. As of today, not only is there no longer a difference between lunch and dinner pricing, but there is also an overall increase up to $44.00 for adults and $24.00 for children as listed on the menu below: Biergarten Buffet sign with pricing Now, let’s take a Counter Service example: Liberty Inn in the American Adventure Pavilion. Liberty Inn Though increases are more subtle (in keeping with lower cost Counter Service), they’re still present. Here’s the previous menu first. Previous Liberty Inn Menu And now, the updated menu from today’s visit: Current Liberty Inn Menu Because these can be difficult to read (though you can click to enlarge the images), I’ll just point out a few examples: the All-American Burger with fries went from $12.49 to $12.99, and the Mac and Cheese Hot Dog with fries went from $11.29 to $11.79. And, of course, the fountain beverage prices have increased. Again, these are just a couple of examples of trends we’re noticing all around Epcot and Walt Disney World in general. We’ve also already reported on an increase to Breakfast at Magic Kingdom’s Be Our Guest Restaurant. What are your thoughts as this story develops? 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 surprised by all the recent price increases around Disney World? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s New Around Walt Disney World — April 13, 2016 What’s New Around Walt Disney World — June 14, 2016 DFB’s Top 10 Disney Food News Stories of 2016 View the full article

Arrr! Hello Mateys! We were in Magic Kingdom this week and were a little surprised and sad to see something missing from the Times Guide. Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Tutorial Last week we walked by the stage in Adventureland and Captain Jack was busy training a group of eager pirates-to-be in his Pirate Tutorial. This week, we saw that the Times Guide no longer listed the Pirate Tutorial in Adventureland. Magic Kingdom Times Guide And sure enough, when we went by, Captain Jack was there, but he wasn’t training pirates-to-be. Now he’s there for a classic character meet and greet with a PhotoPass photographer. Captain Jack Meet and Greet There have not been any announcements from Disney yet as to the permanence of the disappearance of the Pirates Tutorial, or if Captain Jack will be here all the time for Meet and Greets. As always, we’ll keep an eye out, and keep you updated. Perhaps we’ll drown our sorrows over the departure of this fun activity for kiddos and families in a rum cake from Tortuga Tavern! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our Food Tour of Adventureland (including Tortuga Tavern)! When you’re done – check out all of our Food Tours on You Tube! 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: Review: Dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom News and Review! Loaded Tots And Fried Twinkies Debut at Disney World’s Friar’s Nook DFB Video: Disney World Bathrooms! (Volume I) View the full article

Now that we’ve (finally) made it into October, let’s pretend there’s a whiff of autumn in the air in Orlando and take a look at our options for Halloween events at Central Florida’s theme parks. As usual, they run from sweets to shrieks in these parts. Brick or Treat Where: Legoland Florida When:... View the full article