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Disneyland Resort is known for serving up some great street food-style eats. Whether your jam is a cinnamon-and-sugar-coated churro or a hand-dipped corn dog, Walt’s park has got you covered. There’s even some pretty great corn on the cob!! Wrapped Corn on the Cob And that popular street food now has a new spin — DIY elote! And our Disneyland correspondent Heather Sievers (follow her adventures @DiningInDisney) was able to grab a couple shots of the components. So, first, at the Turkey leg and Elote stands around the park, grab a corn cob. Disneyland Elote Next you’ll receive a packet of Elote components: Mayo, Tajin spice (chili, lime, and salt combo), and Parmesan Cheese. The trick is to try to layer these on the cob, mixing them together a little as you do so that every bite of the juicy corn is coupled with the creamy, spicy mix. Components of Do It Yourself Elote We love that corn-on-the-cob is an option in the parks because it’s healthy and portable. Now that we can make our own Elote, we can’t wait to eat our veggies! Check out all our Disneyland Reviews here! Would you enjoy a do-it-yourself Disney Parks snack? Let us know what you think in the comments below! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: News and Review: Main Street Electrical Parade-Themed Treats at Disneyland Resort Holiday Eats at Disneyland Resort Review: Hand-Dipped Corn Dogs at Disneyland’s Little Red Wagon View the full article

Emily Blunt, the actress playing the title character in “Mary Poppins Returns,” has joined the cast of a film based on the Jungle Cruise ride found at Magic Kingdom and other Disney parks worldwide, Variety has reported. Production on the “Jungle Cruise” film is slated to begin in May, Variety... View the full article

One of the things guests love most about Disney Parks is the way they immerse guests in a story, often down to the tiniest details. Today we begin a new series here on the Disney Parks Blog that will invite you to take a closer look at details you might have missed in some of your favorite attractions or maybe even details you may have noticed and always wondered about! This month, let’s dig deeper with one of history’s most famous archaeologists at Indiana Jones Adventure in Disneyland park. From the moment you enter the queue, Indiana Jones Adventure transports you to the past with immersive details and interactive elements. Take a close look into Indy’s office and you’ll find 1930s copy of “Life” magazine featuring Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse on the cover. There are also nods to the famous films. The wall of Indy’s office is made of crates, one of which is labeled, “Deliver to Club Obi Wan.” This is a reference to the opening sequence of “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” – which takes place in Club Obi Wan, itself an homage another famous Lucasfilm character. (If you can name this reference – of course you can – leave your guess in the comments!) There are also clues to the adventure ahead. Next to his desk, you will find a bulletin board posted with correspondence between Indy and Sallah as well as a large map of the entire temple drawn by Dr. Jones himself. Depicted here are traps, landmarks and even a guide to which gifts can be found behind each of the doorways inside the Chamber of Destiny. There are even hidden details to find once on board your troop transport. Past a menacing 45-foot-tall decaying skull of Mara and before a lunging 100-foot long King Cobra, you’ll see a skeleton wearing Mickey ears embroidered with the name “Bones.” The Temple of the Forbidden Eye is full of many more immersive details. The next time you make your way through the temple passageways, keep an eye out for archaeological tools, traps and even try to decipher some of the Maraglyphics carved into the walls. What is your favorite detail of Indiana Jones Adventure at Disneyland park? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Advance ticket sales to Marvel's "Black Panther" are outpacing all superhero movies on Fandango. The online ticket service said Wednesday that "Black Panther" is currently outselling its previous record-holder for presale, 2016's "Batman v Superman." Following gushing early reaction from Monday... View the full article

Last night, a rare “super blue blood moon” passed over Walt Disney World Resort – and Photographer David Roark was onsite to capture this rare celestial event. This rare combination of lunar eclipse, blood moon and super moon (all in one) was visible in the western hemisphere for the first time in 152 years. David was able to shoot the super blue blood moon from within Toy Story Land, which is currently under construction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In this shot, Jessie, who will appear as a part of the Slinky Dog Dash attraction, is wowed by this once-in-a-lifetime sight. Thanks to David Roark for the image. View the full article

By now, you’re probably a fan of Mini Chef Paloma (I sure am!). She has shown us how to cook up a special French Toast recipe and taken us on a tasty tour of fun snacks at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Today, we show you how she completed her delicious aventura throughout Walt Disney World Resort. The Mini Chef has been busy running around collecting all the magical ingredients necessary for the best Disney Vacation. Her visit to Magic Kingdom Park took her on an underwater expedition on Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid. She traveled around the world at Epcot and discovered wild new flavors at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. She even learned how to use the Force and become and Jedi at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Her adventure through our magical kingdom was truly mágica! You can watch Paloma’s journey below, with a Spanish version here! View the full article

I wrote about my weekly photo walks through Disneyland Resort in August. My goodness, the magic of mornings never seems to get old. Disneyland Monorail pilots prepare to shuttle eager guests to their day of fun. Magicians warm up to deliver wonder and laughs through sleight of hand at Main Street Magic Shop. A small army of horticulture specialists tend to the exotic foliage at Jungle Cruise. The rumbling growls of Mara emanate from Temple of the Forbidden Eye, beckoning the brave to Indiana Jones Adventure. The golden glow of sunrise inspires warm, optimistic visions of the future as I approach Tomorrowland. If ever there was confusion over whose it was, the seagulls at Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage continue to set the record straight: “Mine.” The maddest tea party gets cranked up as the day’s first guests pass through turnstiles. Another picture-perfect day at Disneyland park has begun. Alright, enough writing – It’s churro time! View the full article

Ever since Mobile Order debuted last spring we’ve been waiting for the day when it was finally available with the Disney Disney Plan, and we’re excited to report that today is THE day! Sign directing to Regular and Mobile Order Starting today guests will be able to use their Disney Dining Plan credits to pay for Counter Service meals and snacks that they’ve ordered using Mobile Order! Mobile Order allows guests to pre-order and pre-pay for their food via the My Disney Experience app at select restaurants at the Disney World theme parks and one restaurant – D-Luxe Burger – in Disney Springs. Guests can pick up their food upon arrival and bypass the queue at the restaurant. Dole Whip at Aloha Isle Mobile Order can be used with the Quick Service Dining Plan, Standard Dining Plan, and the Deluxe Dining Plan. And, if guests don’t want to use their Disney Dining Plan credits when ordering via Mobile Order, they can still choose to pay with a credit card. Check out our step-by-step instructions for using Mobile Order! Currently Mobile Order is available at 23 Counter Service locations at the Disney Parks and Disney Springs. Will you be using Mobile Order with your Disney Dining Plan? Let us know with a comment! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: News! Pre-Order Your DOLE WHIP at Magic Kingdom’s Aloha Isle with Mobile Order News: Mobile Order On the Way to Five Magic Kingdom Counter Service Restaurants News: Mobile Order Arrives at Hollywood Studios with Backlot Express View the full article

Walt Disney World is expanding its program that enables mobile pre-ordering for meals at select restaurants at its four theme parks and at Disney Springs. Folks using one of the three Disney Dining Plan options can now use the service, Disney announced Wednesday. The system, introduced last year,... View the full article

The Epcot International Festival of the Arts is in full swing for its second year, celebrating the visual, performing and culinary arts from around the globe. As a designer and a foodie, this festival is my FAVORITE here at Epcot. Not only are the dishes absolutely delicious, they’re beautifully crafted too! I recently met up with my friend, Sous Chef Julia Thrash, to get a personal tour of everything that’s being cooked up at this year’s festival. Julia is one of many talented chefs who are the masterminds behind the menus at Epcot’s annual festivals. Each year, months of research and planning go into perfecting the Food Studios and the wonderful dishes they offer. While walking around the World Showcase, Julia gave me some amazing insight into the inspiration behind some of this year’s dishes and even let me taste a few of them myself! If you’re looking for beautiful, delicious cuisine, then come on out to the Epcot International Festival of the Arts before it ends on February 19th. Check out my recent foodie guide to see everything that’s offered this year and let us know what dishes have been your favorite in the comments below! View the full article

With World Wetlands Day approaching on Feb. 2, it is a good time to consider the importance of wetlands, which are essential to our future and the survival of wildlife such as a beautiful migratory bird called a Siberian crane. Siberian cranes are a critically endangered species with fewer than 4,000 existing in the wild. Also known as the “snow crane” due to their distinctive white plumage, these birds make the longest migration of any crane – flying more than 3,200 miles from Eastern Siberia to a single lake in Southeast China called Poyang Lake and back, twice a year. Because Siberian cranes feed almost exclusively on submerged aquatic plants, the existence of wetlands along their migratory route is critical to their survival. These wetland habitats are threatened because of human impacts, such as agricultural development and increasing demands for water by growing human populations. Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment Cast and the Disney Conservation Fund are working with the International Crane Foundation (ICF) to reverse the decline of Siberian cranes by working with local stakeholders in China and Russia to improve wetland management and develop sustainable ecotourism involving cranes. They are studying how to manage wetlands to benefit cranes while also creating opportunities for tourists to see and learn about these amazing birds. To learn more about these and other migratory birds, visit DisneyAnimals.com. PHOTO CREDITS: Zhou Haiyan View the full article

Since launching last spring, we have been hearing overwhelmingly positive feedback from guests who have used Mobile Order in the My Disney Experience mobile app. Currently offered at 23 locations throughout the theme parks and Disney Springs, this convenient service allows you to order meals and snacks on demand, pay in advance and skip the line at select quick-service food and beverage locations. Now, we’re excited to introduce Mobile Order to a whole new audience of guests. Beginning today, guests with Disney dining plans can redeem meals and snacks in Mobile Order, providing them with more free time to enjoy all of the attractions and entertainment experiences throughout Walt Disney World Resort. All three Disney dining plans are available with Mobile Order: Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan, the Disney Dining Plan and Quick-Service, Regular and the Disney Deluxe Dining Plan. To access Mobile Order, tap the “Order Food” button under “My Plans” in the app. Watch the video below to see the convenience of using Mobile Order with a Disney dining plan – whether you’re redeeming a snack credit for a Dole Whip at Aloha Isle or a quick-service credit for a Pandoran feast at Satu’li Canteen. This latest app update builds on other new features, like room charge viewing, Online Check-In Service and wayfinding, that are helping to improve the overall vacation experience for our guests. Be sure to check back to the Disney Parks Blog for future updates and announcements on My Disney Experience. View the full article

Star Wars: Galactic Nights, the popular one-night event, is returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 27th from 7:oo PM until midnight! Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular ©Disney This Star Wars-themed event celebrates everything Star Wars with character encounters, special entertainment, specialty merchandise, and of course Star Wars-themed food and drink! During Star Wars: Galactic Nights, The Hollywood Tower Hotel will be transformed via projection technology showing locations from across the Star Wars galaxy. This event-exclusive will also feature fan favorite moments from the Star Wars films, special effects, and the Star Wars score. The Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular fireworks and the Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away stage show are part of the celebration, but each will debut new elements during the Galactic Nights celebration. Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away stage show And of course no party is complete without food and drink, and guests at Star Wars: Galactic Nights will get to nosh on small bites and sips created specifically for the party! We bet you’ll also be able to pick up a Star Wars-themed krispy treat! New Star Wars Krispy Treats Throughout the party guests can enjoy some of the rides and attractions at the Studios, many of which will have a special Star Wars twist (only for Galactic Nights). Character encounters, special photo ops, and a DJ dance party are also part of the fun! Check out the Star Wars eats at Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! And while you’re celebrating all things Star Wars, you might want to sneak a peek at the entrance to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Tickets for Star Wars: Galactic Nights are $129 plus tax for adults and $124 plus tax for kids. The tickets are not on sale yet but you’ll be able to purchase them online when they do go on sale. Are you making plans to attend Star Wars: Galactic Nights this spring? Let us know with a comment. Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: News: More Star Wars Experiences Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios News: Season of the Force Bringing Star Wars-themed Food, New Dessert Party to Disney’s Hollywood Studios CONFIRMED: Star Wars Themed Dinner Club Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios View the full article

This spring, Wine Bar George is set to open in Disney Springs, and we’ve got some scoop for all of you wine lovers out there who are eagerly awaiting news on this upcoming spot! Wine Bar George Will Open Spring 2018 As you may already know, Master Sommelier George Miliotes was a member of the opening team at the Contemporary Resort’s California Grill, then managed the signature restaurant from 1995 to 2002. There, he worked with Ron Rupert, who was also a member of the opening team and has just been announced as the Executive Chef for Wine Bar George! Sommelier Miliotes and Executive Chef Ron Rupert © Wine Bar George Chef Rupert also served as part of the opening teams at Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Jiko as well as Ariel’s at the Yacht and Beach Club. Looking towards the future, Chef Rupert and Sommelier Miliotes have worked together side by side to create the upcoming menu for Wine Bar George, with options meant to pair well with the wine list which will feature more than 100 selections by the glass and bottle. Small Bites © Wine Bar George Chef Rupert shared: “The menu will include a selection of small plates, shareable plates, cheese and charcuterie boards, and desserts. Offerings will feature seasonally relevant items and everything will be made in-house. I’ve worked jointly with George to develop a menu that represents both global and local cuisine. Guests can expect to experience food that is familiar, yet new all at once.” Interior Artwork © Wine Bar George Guests will be able to peruse that wine list and food menu in a two-story, 6,000-square-foot-space with seating for 210 people. The space will be made to resemble a winemaker’s home estate offering a welcoming and warm atmosphere. According to Sommelier Miliotes, “Guests will experience a feel reminiscent of the ‘Old World’ as if they are on the bottom floor of a gravity-flow winery surrounded by their best friends. The upstairs floor includes seating for groups of all sizes, space for private events and sweeping views of Disney Springs.” And among those aforementioned friends will be visiting renowned winemakers and special events which will allow wine drinkers of all kinds to expand their knowledge. Be sure to stay tuned here — and check out WineBarGeorge.com — for more information as the spot nears its spring opening! Are you excited to visit Wine Bar George? Please let us know with a comment! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: News: Groundbreaking Held for Wine Bar George in Disney Springs News: Concept Art Released for Wine Bar George Coming to Disney Springs Confirmed: Wine Bar George by George Miliotes Coming to Disney Springs in Fall 2017 View the full article

The Epcot International Festival of the Arts is in full swing here at the Walt Disney World Resort – and Disney Artist Will Gay is just one of the amazingly talented artists featured at this year’s event. In case you aren’t familiar with Will’s “Sketches in the Park” series here on the blog, Will regularly visits a Disney theme park early in the morning to sketch or paint “plein air,” which in the art world means creating art straight from the field. He then shares his original work with us in his series on the first Friday of each month. In honor of this year’s Epcot International Festival of the Arts, Will has graciously allowed our #DisneyParksLIVE cameras to follow him on his next plein air adventure at Epcot, which we’ll stream live here on the Disney Parks Blog on Thursday, February 1. The live stream will begin Thursday at 7:30 a.m. ET. Unlike other #DisneyParksLIVE streams, this will be our first “long-form” live stream, meaning you can pop in and out to see how Will progresses in his painting throughout the morning, from blank canvas to finished piece. Viewers will also be able to download this original piece as a digital wallpaper later in the day. To view the live stream, simply bookmark this page OR visit the Disney Parks Blog on Thursday morning. The live stream will be at the top of the site. Gallery “Sketches from the Park” at Walt Disney World Resort view all Check out the list below to see more of Will’s previous work. Plein Air at the Japan Pavilion at Epcot Plein Air at the Imagination Pavilion at Epcot Plein Air in Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Plein Air in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom Park Plein Air at World Showcase Lagoon at Epcot Plein Air In The Norway Pavilion at Epcot Plein Air at The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Plein Air at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Plein Air at Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park Debuting Our New Artist Series: Sketches from the Park View the full article

Dave Bautista, who stars as Drax in the “Guardians of the Galaxy” films, visited Disney California Adventure park yesterday, making a special stop at Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! to visit with an old friend. “I am Groot!” exclaimed Groot upon his arrival. Dave also took the opportunity to explore The Collector’s Fortress and its famous collection of artifacts from throughout the galaxy. He stopped to take a closer look at Taneleer Tivan’s newest acquisitions: three Vyloos from the planet Berhert. View the full article

There’s a new sheriff in town! Guests at Shanghai Disneyland can now spot Woody and Jessie at the entrances to Disney·Pixar Toy Story Land. This milestone comes just a few months from opening as attraction testing and training are underway – word is Rex and Trixie are hard at work making sure Rex’s Racer is in tiptop shape. Opening on April 26, this first expansion of Shanghai Disney Resort includes three new attractions, a character greeting area and immersive shopping and dining experiences for an unforgettable adventure in Andy’s backyard. Keep your eyes on the Disney Parks Blog as we reveal more details about Disney·Pixar Toy Story Land! In the meantime, catch up with your favorite Toy Story characters at Buzz Lightyear Planet Rescue or at the Toy Story Hotel – the only hotel in the world themed to the beloved franchise – which is specially decorated for Chinese New Year until March 4. View the full article

Delaware’s Cape Henlopen High School Choir recently visited Walt Disney World Resort for a Disney Performing Arts workshop – and it’s a visit they will likely never forget! That’s because their experience took a magical turn when Broadway stars Kissy Simmons and Alton Fitzgerald White, who starred as Nala and Mufasa in the Broadway production of The Lion King, made a surprise visit to their workshop while in town for the Disney on Broadway Concert Series at Epcot. Met with cheers and smiling faces, Simmons and White joined the students at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa as they participated in “Disney Sings,” a workshop for choral groups that gives young performers the opportunity to work with professional Disney vocalists and record a classic Disney song, which they got to take home as a keepsake. After the students completed the workshop, the Broadway stars shared their experiences from the The Lion King and offered helpful tips and advice on pursuing careers in the performing arts. The entire experience made for an unforgettable trip for the Delaware students who are just some of the thousands of students who participate in Disney Performing Arts programs at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. For more information about it, check out DisneyYouth.com Wonder which celebrity might surprise the next group of Disney Performing Arts students? View the full article

Walt Disney World has set a date for another Star Wars: Galactic Nights, the periodic after-hours, extra-ticket event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It’s in May, but not on May the Fourth, friends of the Jedi. The next Galactic Nights will be held May 27 from 7 p.m. to midnight, according to the... View the full article

As January comes to a close, do you find yourself needing some extra motivation to keep your New Year’s resolutions going strong? Queue cute workout clothes, supportive shoes, and great gear, all available at Disney Springs. It’s no surprise that UNDER ARMOUR BRAND HOUSE has a wide array of athletic apparel, including new arrivals that feature sleek, breathable layers built to help you push through any type of training. With two floors of products designed to make you better, this is a don’t-you-dare-miss-it stop for anyone who’s serious about sweating it out. Want more options? I was recently reminded that UNIQLO offers sporty separates, too; everything from sports bras to t-shirts and leggings to tanks. If basics aren’t your thing, check out the new athleisure line from kate spade new york – personally, I’m loving the polka dot prints! – and I’ve heard that more styles will be hitting their shelves this spring. For footwear that prompts you to pound the pavement, Fit2Run, The Runner’s Superstore, can’t be beat. Not sure which shoe is right for your foot? Their sales associates can help with fittings – the ON Cloud shoes they recommended for me last year are one of the best pairs of running shoes I’ve ever owned. The location is constantly getting new inventory, like the new Hoka One One, set to hit the sales floor next week. (Feel like you don’t need the latest designs? You may be able to score a great deal on last year’s models – just ask!) Once you’ve got your head-to-toe assortment sorted out, you’ll need accessories. Many of the stores listed above have a mix of gym bags, tech gear and more, but for me, the one addition I can’t do without is a trusty water bottle. francesca’s features a few varieties that made me literally laugh out loud during a recent visit to the boutique. (Sadly, the “I tried my best” bottle is no longer in stock, but the two below were available as recently as late last week – visit the store for current selections.) Maybe it’s just me, but when I look good and have the right gear, I’m more motivated to keep moving. If you feel the same, a visit to Disney Springs may be worth your while! View the full article

You know how sometimes we tell you about a slightly out-of-the-way place and say it’s totally worth the effort to get there? This will not be one of those times. Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grille is located adjacent to (the stupendously awesome) Stormalong Bay at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts and offers alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and a small menu of snacks for hungry swimmers (and any hungry passersby). Hurricane Hanna’s The style of this outdoor bar is slightly nautical, with clean lines and neat hanging lanterns. There’s seating at the bar, which is covered and provides some shade. Bar Seating There are also several tables, some with umbrellas, right across the walkway from the bar. Tables And of course, being poolside, you get some refreshing views! This is a view of Hurricane Hanna’s from across the Bay’s lazy river. Poolside Dining Almost five years ago, Hanna’s underwent a renovation that freshened up the look and added a small appetizer menu. And we were excited to hear that it was tasty! We are fans of some pool bars (Oasis Bar and Grill at the Poly comes to mind, and I loved my visit to Cabana Bar and Beach Club at the Swan and Dolphin recently!), so we had high hopes for Hurricane Hanna’s. They even added a counter service ordering area on the right side of the bar for those who just want eats. Hurricane Hanna Counter Service Ordering Area Sadly on this recent visit, Hanna’s was a massive dud. I started with a couple of drinks, which is not a bad way to start. And they’re so pretty! Hurricane Hanna’s Drinks The Bourbon and Strawberry Sour is a mixture of Bulleit Bourbon, fresh Lemon Juice, Strawberry Purée, and Sweet-and-Sour topped with Sprite®. It’s a tasty blend of sweet and sour, plus it’s a lovely shade of pink. This is basically grown up strawberry lemonade, and it’s super refreshing. Bourbon and Strawberry Sour The Blueberry Lemonade is a combo of Three Olives Blueberry Vodka, Odwalla Lemonade, Lemon and Pomegranate Juice, and Bols Blue Curacao bringing the Stormalong blue. This is a refreshing drink, too, suited for a hot summer day along the Bay. Storm Chaser Sadly it all went downhill from there. No more fun. No more excitement. Just… meh. The Spread First up were some forgettable Popcorn Shrimp with a Trio of Sauces. The shrimp were fried well — dark and crispy. But they didn’t wow me at all. Fried Shrimp with Sauces They do get points for being a lovely golden brown, though. But honestly, for $7.99, the portion was kinda small. Crispy Fried Shrimp Next up were some Buffalo Chicken Nuggets which, well, are pretty hard to screw up. So these were okay. But there’s nothing special here. Props for providing extra Buffalo sauce along with the bleu cheese dip. Buffalo Chicken Nuggets Now for the most disappointing part of the meal: Truffle Fries. Okay, the fries on the current menu are “Sea Salt” fries, which might be what I actually got. But the menu when I visited said Truffle, and there was no truffle oil to be found whatsoever. And I had to remind the cast members that I ordered them. Twice. So, sad side of Truffle Fries with no truffle that didn’t get to me for wayyyyy too long and were cold when they finally did get there. Nope. “Truffle” Fries So look, we don’t necessarily have the highest hopes for pool bars. They aren’t a destination for the average Disney World guest. But this was still a totally boring and unmemorable visit, and that’s a total bummer for guests who need a bite to eat while chilling out at Stormalong Bay. Honestly, we think making a mid-day ADR at Beaches and Cream on your Stormalong Bay day is a much better plan. Want to know more about pool bars and lounges in Disney World? We have a Bar and Lounge index with reviews for every single bar and lounge in Disney World in our DFB Guide to WDW Dining e-Book! See details at DFBStore.com! And use code WDW2018 for a discount! Have you enjoyed a pool bar menu? Tell us about your favorite poolside eats! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Guest Review: Photo Tour of NEW Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grill at the Yacht and Beach Club Resort Disney Pool Bars: Hurricane Hanna’s Review: Frosé at Muddy Rivers Pool Bar in Disney World’s Port Orleans Resort, Riverside View the full article

Fans of the smallest Marvel hero will be glad to finally get a look at this summer’s “Ant-Man and the Wasp.” The sequel to the surprise 2015 hit starring Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly and Michael Douglas comes to theaters July 6 and Marvel Entertainment has released a full-length trailer for the... View the full article

A recent “Project: Time Off” study by the U.S. Travel Association found that 54 percent of Americans don’t use all of their vacation time each year, leaving 659 million paid vacation days a year unused. Asked last fall if they had requested any earned time off for upcoming vacations, 48 percent of surveyed workers answered, “no.” I share these sad statistics today on National Plan for Vacation Day, not to judge these under-vacationed Americans, but rather to admit that I’m regretfully among them. That’s why my New Year’s resolution for 2018 is to take more vacation, peeling away more frequently from the job I love to spend more quality time with the people I love (not that I don’t love my coworkers, who are perfectly lovable people). After all, countless common-sense studies have illustrated that, the more people vacation, the happier they are in both their professional and personal lives. Plus, honey-roasted peanuts always taste better at 30,000 feet. Of course, I’m preaching to the proverbial choir here, as Disney Vacation Club Members consistently demonstrate their commitment to vacationing, with a whopping 95 percent dedicating time each year to planning a future vacation. Illustrating the importance of Disney Vacation Club Membership to that commitment, 62 percent of surveyed Members said that they’ve vacationed more frequently since becoming part of our magical community. Our Members, and their collective commitment to vacationing, are my inspiration for the New Year. So whether you spend this National Plan for Vacation Day dreaming up a family vacation, a couple’s getaway or an extended family reunion, and whether your vacation plans take you just around the river bend from Magic Kingdom Park to Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, around the neighborhood to other great Disney Vacation Club Resorts, across the sea with Disney Cruise Line, around the world with Adventures by Disney or RCI, or to any of the thousands of destinations at your fingertips, all of us at Disney Vacation Club thank you – and the people you love thank you – for making vacations a priority. Learn more about National Plan for Vacation Day and access a handy vacation-planning tool online at www.ProjectTimeOff.com/Plan. View the full article

Receiving an official Disney name tag is a right of passage for any new Disney cast member here at Walt Disney World Resort. The iconic “first name” name tags have been used at Disney Parks for decades and were actually a tradition inspired by Walt Disney himself, who felt calling cast members by their first names was key in creating a family friendly atmosphere. Today, the Engraving Shop here at Walt Disney World Resort creates more than 100,000 new name tags for cast members at theme parks, Disney Springs, Disney Cruise Line, Walt Disney Imagineering and beyond. Take a look at the video above, where we take you inside the Engraving Shop to learn more. View the full article

No film has made dreams take flight (literally) quite as much as Walt Disney’s animated classic “Peter Pan,” which premiered on February 5, 1953. Whenever we feel like biding our cares goodbye, Peter Pan and a certain feisty fairy are always ready to whisk us and the Darling children off to Never Land on an adventure that keeps us young at heart. You won’t have to go all the way to the second star to the right to celebrate the upcoming 65th anniversary of this classic: You’re invited to celebrate with Disney PhotoPass Service at Magic Kingdom Park February 4-10! Check out all of the ways you can celebrate with us: February 4-10, Captain Hook and his loyal sidekick Mr. Smee will come ashore to meet you in Fantasyland intermittently from 9 a.m. – 6:15 p.m. Tick tock: Be sure to meet this duo before they head back to the Jolly Roger! Peter Pan’s sneaky shadow is notoriously difficult to find, but the PhotoPass photographer next to the Captain Hook and Mr. Smee Character Experience is exceptionally skilled at locating it with the help of a special Magic Shot! Stop by and you just might find it in your photo. Looking for some Magic Shots with a little extra pixie dust? Visit the photographer on the bridge next to Sleepy Hollow Refreshments to bring out your inner fairy, or have the most famous fairy of them all appear in your photo when you visit a photographer on Main Street, U.S.A. If all of these photo opportunities have you ready to fly off to Never Land, stop by Partners Statue in front of Cinderella Castle where a photographer will have a prop you can include in your photos. To sail home with all of your Disney PhotoPass photos and videos, purchase Memory Maker or Memory Maker One Day! Memory Maker is available for purchase online before, during or after your vacation. Memory Maker One Day is available for purchase inside Town Square Theater at Magic Kingdom Park or in the My Disney Experience mobile app during or after your visit. Whether you celebrate with us at Magic Kingdom Park or at home, be sure to share your photos with us using #PeterPan65! View the full article