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Planning a summer trip to Disney World in the new year? Booking is now available for the 2018 Summer Quick Service Meal Offer, specific to guests staying at select Walt Disney World Value Resorts. It entitles each guest of your party to one FREE quick service meal (breakfast, lunch, or dinner) per day of stay. Open-Face Bacon and Egg Sandwich for Breakfast at Be Our Guest Restaurant Here are the details: WHAT: One free quick service meal per day, per person. Each meal includes one entree, and one non-alcoholic beverage OR one beer, wine, or cocktail for guests 21 and over with a valid ID. WHEN: Book now through February 11, 2017, for arrivals most nights from May 29 through August 25, 2018. WHERE: Book your reservations at the following: Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort (excludes Fort Wilderness campsites and Disney’s Art of Animation – The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms) NOTE: This is NOT a free Disney Dining Plan offer. Guests taking advantage of this special promotion will have access to one free quick service meal, per person, per day only. Guests can choose from Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner. Fajita Platter at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe Also, please note that this deal is only good when you buy a non-discounted room and theme park ticket package. While the information released indicates that the deal is good on 5-night/6-day vacation packages specifically, you should know that Disney uses that as an example to encourage you to stay that length of time. You can stay a shorter or longer period of time. Here are the details: A minimum 3-night length of stay is required. The purchase of a minimum 2-day Magic Your Way base ticket purchase is required. No refillable mug or snack credits are included. Chicken Shawarma Platter at Tangierine Cafe In addition, the following restrictions apply: This offer cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. The meal does not include gratuities. Children ages 3 to 9 must choose from the children’s menu, if available. The number of rooms available for this offer is limited. Act quickly if you’d like to take advantage! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! 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 pre-order your copy of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 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 e-Book, 2018 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2017 Edition immediately for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2018 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2017 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you planning a trip to Disney World for the Summer of 2018? 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: Get a FREE Quick Service Meal Each Day With a Returning WDW Package Offer News! Get a FREE Meal Each Day With This New Disney World Offer News: Quick Service Dine Gift Card Offer Now Available View the full article

Greetings from a galaxy far, far away. We are excited to announce that runDisney is giving runners everywhere the opportunity to participate in the first-ever Star Wars Virtual Half Marathon and earn a uniquely designed Star Wars-themed medal. Starting January 3 – February 28, you can register for the new virtual race at runDisney.com or at the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo during Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, January 3-6. Complete 13.1 miles in your neighborhood, on a treadmill or wherever you enjoy running by March 31 to earn your one-of-a-kind Star Wars hardware. This new virtual run experience also includes the 2018 runDisney Kessel Run Challenge, offering runners the chance to earn a special challenge medal for completing both the Star Wars Virtual Half Marathon from home and the Star Wars Dark Side Half Marathon on April 22 at Walt Disney World Resort. As part of the registration process participants will have the opportunity to make a donation to Starlight Children’s Foundation on behalf of Star Wars: Force for Change. Starlight Children’s Foundation brings joy and comfort to hospitalized children and their families through programs at children’s hospitals around the world. On behalf of Star Wars: Force for Change, runDisney is also thrilled to make an independent donation to Starlight Children’s Foundation in honor of the Star Wars Virtual Half Marathon. For updates and medal releases, follow runDisney on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. To learn more about runDisney events, please visit runDisney.com. May the Force be with you! View the full article

BOGO ALERT!! And it’s for Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza, y’all! Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza Here’s how to score a Buy One, Get One Pizza (and by the way, this is good for all participating Blaze locations, not just Disney Springs)! White Top Pie at Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza Step One: Download the Blaze Pizza app on your iPhone or Android device. Step Two: Inside the app, click on REDEEM REWARDS Step Three: Select “Have a Promo Code?” and enter workworkwork (case as shown for this case-sensitive code). Step Four: You should then see a pop-up option under Redeem Rewards: “Puttin’ In Work BOGO.” Note that it will also display an expiration date of 2/13/18. Step Five: When you go to Blaze, click Redeem Rewards and select the BOGO offer. You’re good to go! Be sure ONLY to click “Redeem Now” when you’re ready to pay, because it’s a one-time use code. By the way, if you’re downloading the app for the first time, you may also see a FREE fountain drink coupon pop up in your app! My recommendation? Use it to try one of their unique lemonades or Agua Frescas! Prickly Pear Agua Fresca Grab a friend, and enjoy your BOGO!! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! 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 pre-order your copy of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 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 e-Book, 2018 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2017 Edition immediately for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2018 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2017 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Source: hip2save.com 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: Blaze Pizza OR Pizza Ponte in Disney Springs? First Look and Review: Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza in Disney Springs News: Disney World Free Quick Service Meal Package Offer BOOKING NOW View the full article

Exciting news today from Disney Vacation Club! They’re launching a new vacation option, Guaranteed Event Weeks, that’s perfect for those who love participating in runDisney events. Purchasers of a Guaranteed Event Week will receive an annual, automatic, week-long reservation booking for accommodations at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, the newest Disney Vacation Club Resort, for the week associated with their favorite Walt Disney World runDisney race! For example, if you purchase the Walt Disney World Marathon Guaranteed Event Week, you will have guaranteed accommodations at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins each year for that race. In addition, owners of a Guaranteed Event Week will also have the opportunity to secure up to five race entries in advance, annually, for eligible races offered during their selected runDisney event weekend. This is an amazing new offering for runners looking to secure a guaranteed bib number in advance and Walt Disney World Resort accommodations for their favorite runDisney race year after year! Carb load using the full kitchen in your Disney Vacation Club Villa. Wash your not-so-fresh running gear using your Villa’s washer and dryer. And relax sore muscles by drawing a hot bath in your Villa’s jetted or soaking tub. Plus, you can save on decades of future Disney vacations at Disney Vacation Club Deluxe Villa accommodations. Guaranteed Event Weeks go on sale today, with eligible events including the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend, Star Wars Half Marathon – The Dark Side and Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend. Lace up your running shoes and visit DisneyVacationClub.com/Run or call 877-382-6244 for more information on Disney Vacation Club Guaranteed Event Weeks. *Savings based on a cash purchase of Membership, plus closing costs and annual dues, compared to the cost of a non-member renting the same accommodations at rack rate over the life of Membership. Requires purchase of a fixed week ownership interest at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge that includes a special event right associated with a runDisney event weekend. Owner also receives advance opportunity to purchase up to 5 race registrations each year, for use by themselves and their family members or guests during their stay. Choose from Marathons, Half Marathons, 10K races and Challenges. Kids runs and 5K runs are excluded. Race registrations are not redeemable for cash, cannot be resold, and are subject to all other runDisney terms & conditions. Race registrations are an incidental benefit that is subject to change or termination. All accommodations are subject to availability. View the full article

One of the most cherished traditions in Latin American cultures and a very special one for me and my family, is celebrating El Día de los Tres Reyes Magos (Three Kings Day). It’s the day we celebrate the Three Wise Men Melchor, Gaspar, and Balthazar — who traveled by camel across the desert to present baby Jesus with three symbolic gifts. If you are away from home, fear not! You can still celebrate Reyes while enjoying your stay at a Disney resort! Make sure that before you depart for your trip, your child writes a letter to the Reyes listing the gifts wanted and why they should receive them. And then on the night of January 5th, the kids need to leave their shoe boxes or any box near a door, a window or even under their bed with whatever they want the Three Kings and the camels to eat: candy, grass or even water! And when you all wake up on the morning of January 6th, you will be able to enjoy your presents and go and have fun in your resort or at the theme parks. The important thing is to continue with our tradiciones even while on vacation. How are you celebration these upcoming Reyes day? View the full article

How bad is the animatronic Donald Trump at Disney World’s Hall of Presidents? “Late Show” host Stephen Colbert grunted in horror and described the robot as “Jon Voight after a chemical spill.” Colbert wasn’t done. “That is truly disturbing. I know one sculptor who did not vote for him,” the host... View the full article

Welcome back to our tour of “The Happiest Cruise That Ever Sailed”! We have embarked on a trip around the world to give you a closer look at the cultures and destinations featured in the classic Disneyland park attraction, “it’s a small world.” Our previous travels have taken you to Latin America, Europe and the Pacific Islands. Now the journey continues on to Africa and Asia! As your boat sails into Africa, colorful monkeys, smiling hippos and a drumming zebra invite you to join in the fun. Boys from Kenya, Zaire and Uganda, along with a friendly lion, play and sing along to the attraction’s famous tune. Farther on, the famed Taj Mahal rises majestically in the distance. Boys soar overhead on magic flying carpets as girls dressed in bejeweled saris dance alongside a large reflecting pool, and a snake charmer does his best to hypnotize a serpent. Your boat sails on to Bali, Thailand, Cambodia and Indonesia. Children dressed in elaborate ceremonial costumes and headdresses perform traditional dances in front of an ancient temple. As your boat departs from Asia, children from Japan – dressed in kimonos – bow and bid you safe travels. Be sure to join us next time for another stop along “it’s a small world” at Disneyland park. View the full article

Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is officially here. Now in its 25th year, the running event has grown into one of the biggest of its kind in the country. An estimated 58,000 runners, from all walks of life, will travel from all over aiming to cross the finish line, or multiple finish lines,... View the full article

With every new year comes a brand-new opportunity to start fresh. This year is no different, so in 2018, I’m committing to doing more of what I love – including taking better care of myself and embracing a healthier lifestyle. Disney Springs offers plenty of ways to help you become the best version of yourself. Mindful menu items? Fitness fun? Relaxation and renewal? Check, check and check! All month long, I’ll be sharing a weekly tip on Disney Springs offerings that can help improve your overall well-being. Expect delicious and nutritious menu items that can be enjoyed with family and friends, recommendations on where to find the best fitness gear, and suggestions on how to pamper yourself that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. I don’t know about you, but I can’t wait to see what’s in store over the next twelve months! Check back next week when the focus will be on some of my favorite good-for-you meals found throughout Disney Springs. (Spoiler alert: there’s so much more than simple salads!) In the meantime, stay up-to-date on the latest Disney Springs news and happenings via @DisneySprings on Twitter and Instagram. View the full article

Three cheers to the cast and crew of “La Nouba,” which after 19 years of thrills bowed out with a spectacular performance on New Year’s Eve. Theatergoers were treated to a balloon drop at the show’s finale (“La Nouba, 1998-2017” the balloons read, with “Goodbye” printed in multiple languages representing... View the full article

We’ve just got to say it one more time… Happy New Year! Because today we’re back with another DFB Video, and we’re letting you know about 15 new Disney restaurants to try in 2018! Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar and Restaurant You read that right… FIFTEEN!! A few of these locations opened in late 2017, such as BaseLine Tap House in Hollywood Studios and the Ale & Compass Restaurant, so you can enjoy them right now. But many are still to come, like Jaleo, Terralina Crafted Italian, and the VERY soon-to-open Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar. And that’s just scratching the surface, because there is a lot more to look forward to in the new year. And we’d love to hear which new addition you’re most excited about! 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: Which new Disney restaurant are you most excited to try in 2018? 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: INSIDE the Edison and MORE — Opening SOON at Disney World! New DFB Video: Best Walt Disney World Restaurants for First Timers New Video: 5 Disney World Restaurants We Can’t WAIT to Try! View the full article

Remember the old days when grabbing some Counter Service Pizza in Disney World typically resulted in receiving a big pillow of not-super-great crust taking over half of the pie and not allowing for much in the way of toppings? Well, if you reeaaallly want to, you can still get plenty of that in spots like PizzeRizzo in Hollywood Studios. But guests looking for something different from Counter Service pizza options could — and still can — rely on Wolfgang Puck Express, which serves pizza among lots of other popular menu items. But those were the old days. And now, we have two counter service spots that specialize in pizza: Blaze Pizza and the brand new Pizza Ponte. Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza What they share in common is location, with both in Disney Springs, not too far from each other at all. And they are both Counter Service joints (you don’t need an Advance Dining Reservation to grab some pizza at either place). Entrance into Pizza Ponte But today we’re going to compare the differences in case you are wondering which spot to choose. To Customize or Not to Customize? At the new Pizza Ponte, service is cafeteria-style: you walk down the line to check out all the ready-made pizza options and choose a slice of whichever you prefer. Pizza Counter at Pizza Ponte At Blaze Pizza, on the other hand, service happens in an assembly-line fashion. You get to select exactly the toppings you want on your personal pie with the Build Your Own option from a huge array of choices for your sauce, cheese, veggies, and meats. Pizza Toppings at Blaze Guests following special diets may find this highly customizable pizza preferable, as gluten-free crust and vegan options (like vegan cheese) are always available. For these reasons — as you can probably guess — the line moves rather quickly at Pizza Ponte, whereas the line at Blaze Pizza is often seen outside the entrance. Whole Pie or By the Slice A visit to Blaze will result in receiving your own personal pizza pie. And though “personal size” typically implies “mini,” that’s not the case at Blaze. You could even get away with sharing a pie if your group has lots of things you all want to try in Disney Springs. White Top Pie at Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza At Pizza Ponte, it’s Sicilian pizza served by the slice. So you’re walking away with one slice rather than a whole pie. That said, these slices are pretty darn substantial. I was quite hungry when I entered Pizza Ponte on my first visit, but my huge single slice of Porchetta Pizza definitely did the trick. Slice of Porchetta Pizza This is probably a good spot to do a cost comparison: each slice at Pizza Ponte is a flat $7, no matter which kind you choose. A “Simple Pie” at Blaze is $7.25; however, the more popular Build Your Own Pizza option where you can choose any toppings is nearly $10. But you are getting a little more food with the entire pie, so the cost ends up being almost a wash. Thick or Thin Crust It really is all about the crust with any pizza, isn’t it? And while you can choose the High-rise dough (for an additional charge) at Blaze, the spot is better known for its signature thin crust. Original Dough at Blaze It’s thick crust all the way at Pizza Ponte — with the exception being the daily Big Roman option — and that crust is made with flour imported from Italy (the water used for the crust is imported as well). Sicilian-style Pizza Crust at Pizza Ponte So, are you a thin or thick crust fan? Because in this case, it really comes down to personal preference. Springs Specific versus Chain Now, this may or may not matter to you, but something you might want to consider is if you have access to Blaze Pizza at home. As a growing franchise, Blaze Pizza can now be enjoyed in many areas across the country. Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza sign Meanwhile, Pizza Ponte can only be found in Disney Springs. So if you prefer to enjoy food you can only have in Disney World during your vacation, Pizza Ponte is your spot. Elements of Disney story in Pizza Ponte If you like having some tastes of home while you travel, if you live near a Blaze, then have at it! Taste and Quality Similar to the style of crust, taste is a highly subjective category. So something you’ll obviously want to think about are the flavors that most appeal to you. Of course, both Blaze and Pizza Ponte offer crowd-friendly options like pepperoni and mozzarella cheese. And Blaze offers over 40 different toppings, so you can definitely find unique options such as garlic pesto sauce, gorgonzola cheese, and crumbled meatballs. White Top Pie at Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza But Pizza Ponte serves up slices topped with things you may not have as easy access to in other pizza spots, such as the pancetta you can enjoy on the Porchetta pizza. And — bonus!! — these creations are made under the guidance of Pizza Ponte’s Chef from Italy. Pancetta As far as quality goes… honestly, both Blaze Pizza and Pizza Ponte offer pizza that is far above and beyond what we’ve been able to have in Disney World counter service spots over the years, and we enjoyed both additions. So Who’s the Winner? Blaze Pizza or Pizza Ponte? That said, Blaze has been lauded by locals and tourists alike for a year now — and the long lines show that it’s still a huge favorite among Disney guests. However, with Pizza Ponte being open just a few days, we’re hearing VERY mixed reviews. So if you want almost a sure-fire winner (based on empirical data), go with Blaze. We hope this side-by-side comparison helps you pick your pizza in Disney Springs! Want More Expert Tips and Tricks? Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! 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 pre-order your copy of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 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 e-Book, 2018 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2017 Edition immediately for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2018 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2017 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which Counter Service pizza place in Disney Springs gets your top vote? 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: First Look!: Pizza Ponte in Disney Springs Now Open! FULL Review!! Pizza Ponte in Disney Springs First Look and Review: Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza in Disney Springs View the full article

It’s the best of land AND sea! Now Disney Cruise Line guests sailing from the Manhattan Cruise Terminal can enhance their vacation with a pre-cruise Adventures by Disney guided group tour of New York City. Offering privileged access to historic landmarks, cultural treasures and more, this new pre-cruise option is the perfect way to see the best of the city before setting sail for adventure. The 3-night, 4-day Adventures by Disney New York City vacation can be booked either in conjunction with a Disney Cruise Line vacation, or simply as a stand-alone family getaway to “The Big Apple.” It’s available for add-on to select Disney Magic cruise departures in October and November 2018. From going backstage at Good Morning America to enjoying prime seats for Disney’s Frozen: The Broadway Musical and more, this trip is full of can’t miss experiences for the whole family! View the full article

One of the things I’m looking forward to most in 2018 is the much-anticipated debut of Toy Story Land here at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The expansion will shrink guests to the size of a toy and allow them to explore Andy’s backyard, which has been delightfully scattered with toys from the “Toy Story” films. Here are five things we know about Toy Story Land so far. 1. You Can View The Toy Story Land Model Now At Walt Disney Presents – Guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios can view the Toy Story Land model in person at the Walt Disney Presents exhibit. The full model is on display, as well as ride vehicle maquettes for both Alien Swirling Saucers and Slinky Dog Dash. 2. Slinky Dog Dash Looks Sweet! – This a family coaster themed as if Andy built it in his backyard using his Mega Coaster Play Kit and some of his other favorite toys. The attraction’s adorable ride vehicles were inspired by Slinky from the film and will send guests dipping, dodging and dashing around Toy Story Land. 3. Toy Story Friends Like Rex, Jessie, Sarge & Others Can Be Spotted In The Land – Late last year, Rex and Jessie were installed as a part of the Slinky Dog Dash attraction. A peek at the rendering of Woody’s Lunchbox hints at even more characters that will soon be added, like Sarge. 4. Guests Will Dine At Woody’s Lunchbox – Andy has used his lunch box and thermos to create a walk-up quick-service window that will serve up tasty meals and old-fashioned soda floats. In the rendering above, you can see that Woody’s Lunch Box is surrounded by some of Andy’s favorite toys and lunch items. Stay tuned to the blog in the coming months for specific menu details. 5. It Opens This Summer At Disney’s Hollywood Studios! – We don’t have an exact opening date yet, but be sure we’ll post it as soon as we know. Be sure to stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog throughout 2018 for updates on this thrilling expansion. View the full article

Makahiki means year. At Aulani, we celebrate ‘Olelo Hawaiʻi—Hawaiian language—throughout the entire makahiki, or year. As we start 2018, I’d like to share with all of you where the word makahiki comes from and how we celebrate it here at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa. The word has roots in the season called makahiki, which was celebrated in old Hawaiʻi and typically begins in October and lasts around four months. It is a fun coincidence that makahiki coincides with our holiday season today. Makahiki was a time of peace and fun. Everyone enjoyed the plenty of the harvest and people of all ages played games such as tug-of-war, surfing and hill-sledding. At Aulani, we celebrate the story of makahiki at Makahiki restaurant, where you can enjoy the bounty of the islands with a breakfast or dinner buffet. Aunty and Uncle put on wonderful feasts that even Mickey Mouse and his pals may join. Or if you would prefer to celebrate with some games and activities, Aulani Resort offers surfing activities for all ages. You might want to follow the footsteps of the warriors of old Hawaiʻi who would exercise to stay in shape during the peaceful time. Why not try our Ocean Fitness class or Ocean Yoga on a paddleboard? There are so many ways to engage in the story. Come visit Aulani during the Makahiki season! Hauʻoli Makahiki Hou! (Happy New Year!) A hui hou – until we meet again! Note: In printed materials, Aulani Resort uses the contemporary spelling of Hawaiian words, which includes marks such as the kahako (macron). Because these marks do not often display correctly in electronic formats, including the text of the Disney Parks Blog, we’ve omitted them to ensure clarity. View the full article

Traveling with a preschooler or infant has never been easier at the Walt Disney World Resort thanks to FastPass+, Rider Switch and Baby Care Centers. Join Lindsey P. of the Disney Parks Moms Panel as she shares some tips and tricks for navigating a day in the parks with your little ones. For more tips on planning a magical vacation with your preschooler, or to ask questions about planning your next Disney vacation, be sure to visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for a personalized response from our knowledgeable panel. View the full article

Happy New Year from Disney Food Blog! We’ve wrapped up another year of bringing you all of the Disney Food News as it happens all around the world! And, we can’t wait to see what 2018 brings! As we bid adieu to 2017 and ring in what we know is going to be a GREAT 2018, we wanna thank you in the best way we know how — with a SAVINGS just in time for your next Disney trip on our 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! TODAY — use promo code HAPPYNEWYEAR for 50% off our most popular Disney food e-book guide, packed with hundreds of color photos and expert tips! This deal won’t last long — so get your pre-order of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining today, and make a resolution to start planning your next Disney trip right away! REMEMBER: This is still two books for the price of one! By pre-ordering today, you’ll get the 2017 Guide for FREE immediately, and we’ll send you the 2018 guide as soon as it’s completed next week! As always, THANKS TO YOU for supporting Disney Food Blog! Happy New Year from YOUR DFB Team! 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: Happy New Year from DFB! Happy New Year! Celebrate with a Special Deal on the DFB Guide 2016 Pre-Order The BIGGEST Sale of the Year is Almost OVER! Save 50% off Everything at the DFB Store Today View the full article

The Festival of the Arts is the very first Epcot Festival of 2018! From January 12 through February 19, Epcot will celebrate the Culinary, Visual, and Performing Arts with special activities and events in practically every corner of the park. Epcot Festival of the Arts We’re already making our list of all the NEW EATS to try at the Festival’s Food Booths (which are like the Food and Wine Festival’s Marketplace Booths) and can’t wait to share our 2018 favorites with you on the 12th. Click here to see ALL the Menus and Many FOOD PHOTOS for Epcot’s Festival of the Arts! Almond Frangipane Cake layered with Raspberry Jam and Chocolate But did you know that the Food Booths aren’t the only way the Culinary Arts are recognized at the Festival of the Arts? Among a myriad of other activities, performances, and art exhibits, the Festival also features Complimentary Seminars and Festival of the Arts Workshops focused on each of the artistic disciplines. Festival of the Arts FREE Seminars Festival of the Arts Seminars take place twice daily in the Odyssey Festival Showplace at 1:30 and 4:30 pm. These seminar offerings (which are included with admission to Epcot) change daily. Odyssey Festival Showplace We’re pointing out a few of the culinary-focused sessions below as examples, but be sure to check out ALL the offerings which also include Visual and Performing Arts sessions! Photography, music history, horticulture, and Disney animation are just a few of the many topics. TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2018 Food as Art, Pana Thitaram, Walt Disney Imagineering Seminar at 1:30 PM Discover how food and the senses are used to enhance park attractions and environments WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2018 and SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2018 Magic in the Milk: A Look Into the World of Latte Art, Abby Lancaster, Barista, Axum Coffee, Winter Garden, FL Seminar at 1:30 PM Find out what lies behind the magic of the milk in a live latte art demonstration SUNDAY, JANUARY 21, 2018 Home Brewing, Mike Wallace, Ten10 Brewing Seminar at 1:30 PM Learn the art and craft of home brewing SATURDAY, JANUARY 27, 2018 Food Styling 101, Katie Farmand, Edible Orlando, Good Catch Seminar at 1:30 PM Understand the basics of what goes into making food photo- and video-ready TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2018 and SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2018 Watermelon Carving, Stephanie Barlow, National Watermelon Promotion Board Seminar at 1:30 PM Watch as a watermelon is artfully carved and take away some tips and tricks that you can use at your next party MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2018 and TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2018 Pancake Art, Hank Gustafon, Co-Owner and Manager, Dancakes Seminar at 1:30 PM Watch as Hank incorporates artistry and color to transform pancakes into artistic masterpieces Find the full list of Epcot Festival of the Arts FREE Seminars here! Epcot Festival of the Arts Interactive Workshops Interactive Workshops take place daily in the Odyssey Festival Showplace from 11:00 am – 12:15 pm. These sessions are $39 per guest plus tax, and Epcot admission is required but not included. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members are eligible for a 15% discount. Advance Reservations are highly recommended. Call (407) WDW-TOUR to reserve a spot. Interactive Workshop offerings change daily. Festival of the Arts Passport You can see a food-focused offering below, but other topics range from Floral Arranging to Animation 101 and beyond. MONDAY, JANUARY 29, 2018 11:00 AM, P.S. Flavor!™ – Artisanal Spice Artistry, Pam Smith and Nicole Ramsland, P.S. Flavor!™ – Artisanal Spice Blends Blend your own spices with a “sand art twist” and learn the creative process of bringing a beautiful artisanal spice blend to life Find the full list of Epcot Festival of the Arts Interactive Workshops here! Epcot Festival of the Arts Premium Workshops Premium Workshops take place on select Fridays at the Odyssey Events Pavilion (January 19, 26 and February 2, 9, 16) from 8:00 am – 12:30 pm. They allow guests to paint their own canvas under the guidance of a talented Disney artist! These sessions are $259 per guest plus tax, and Epcot admission is required but not included. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members are eligible for a 15% discount. Guests must be 12 years of age or older to participate. Advance Reservations are highly recommended. Call (407) WDW-TOUR to reserve a spot. There is much more than meets the eye (and there will be a LOT meeting the eye!) at the 2018 Epcot Festival of the Arts! Click here for all the seminars, booth menus, and workshops for the 2018 Festival of the Arts here! Are you going to the 2018 Epcot Festival of the Arts? 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: Dining Packages and Workshops at Epcot International Festival of the Arts News: Disney on Broadway Concert Series Lineup for the Epcot Festival of the Arts News! 2018 Epcot Festival of the Arts Dates View the full article

Happy new year! We hope 2018 will be a year full of wonderful events, memories and dreams fulfilled. To kick things off on the Disney Parks Blog, check out our first wallpaper we created for 2018. Be sure to check out the terms of use about using the wallpaper before you download it. View the full article

It’s officially 2018, and excitement is building for this spring’s release of Disney’s epic adventure “A Wrinkle in Time.” Very soon, Guests visiting Disney Parks will be able to preview scenes from the new film in sneak peeks planned for Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. At Disney California Adventure park, this short preview of “A Wrinkle in Time” will be presented in 3D with special in-theater effects at the Sunset Showcase Theater, while Guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will get to see this advance look at clips from the film as part of the Walt Disney Presents attraction. From visionary director Ava DuVernay comes Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time,” based on Madeleine L’Engle’s timeless classic which takes audiences across dimensions of time and space, examining the nature of darkness versus light and, ultimately, the triumph of love. Through one girl’s transformative journey led by three celestial guides, we discover that strength comes from embracing one’s individuality and that the best way to triumph over fear is to travel by one’s own light. Here’s a special New Year’s message from two-time Academy Award® nominee Oprah Winfrey, Oscar® winner Reese Witherspoon, and Emmy® nominee Mindy Kaling, who portray Mrs. Which, Mrs. Whatsit and Mrs. Who in “A Wrinkle in Time.” Be a warrior, and catch this sneak peek, along with a display of costumes used in the production of the film, for a limited time starting February 9 at Disney California Adventure park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and prepare to tesser into theaters on March 9 when Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time” opens nationwide. View the full article

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With an amazing land set to debut at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this summer, plus the return of guest-favorite festivals and multitude of new dining locations, the year 2018 is shaping up to be thrilling for our guests. If you’re considering planning a Disney vacation in 2018, be sure to check out our 18 reasons why the new year should be the year for your Disney vacation! 1. Star Wars: The Last Jedi-Inspired Additions Are On Display At Star Wars Launch Bay – New props and models from Star Wars: The Last Jedi were recently put on display to Star Wars Launch Bay at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. 2. Experience Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire Hyper-Reality Experience by ILMxLAB and The VOID – This newly opened experience is guaranteed to be a hit for Star Wars fans in 2018. Located in Disney Springs, em>Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire transports guests deep into the Star Wars universe, allowing them to walk freely and untethered throughout a multisensory experience with friends and family. In groups of four, teams will go undercover as stormtroopers to capture Imperial intelligence vital to the budding rebellion’s survival. 3. Star Tours – The Adventures Continue Now Offers Two New Destinations – This attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios now takes passengers to two exciting new destinations: Crait, the site of an epic battle in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, and Batuu, the remote outpost guests will discover when Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens at the park in 2019. 4. 25th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Celebration Begins Jan. 3 – The Walt Disney World Marathon will mark its 25th anniversary this year. The race weekend will “run” from Jan. 3-7, and include a 5K, 10K, half-and-full marathon. Learn more about runDisney races here. 5. Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts Expands To Run January 12-February 19 – Epcot’s art festival returns for a second year, with this year’s event offering seminars, workshops classes on drawing animation, photography and the art of making topiaries. Guests can also enjoy world-class cuisine at the food studios, or enjoy a Disney on Broadway series performance. Full details here. 6. Disney After Hours Event Nights Return to Magic Kingdom Park January-March – Disney After Hours event nights will return to Magic Kingdom Park on January 19, 26, and 30, February 8 and 15, March 1 and 8. Experience an event that takes place after the park closes and is only open to a limited number of guests (which means much shorter lines) at 25 attractions and experiences. 7. Disney Springs Will Welcome Eight New Dining Locations – A total of eight exciting new F&B locations are set to make their grand debuts at Disney Springs in 2018. The Edison, along with Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante, Enzo’s Hideaway and Pizza Ponte are scheduled to open early in 2018, while Terralina Crafted Italian, Wine Bar George, Jaleo and Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill are set to debut later on in the year. Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for future updates, sneak peeks at the menus and opening information. 8. The Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary – This year’s festival will run from February 28-May 28. The 90-day event brings with it a multitude of Disney character topiaries, tasty offerings at 15 Outdoor Kitchens, garden tours, the Garden Rocks music series, new kids’ activities, the Egg-Stravaganza scavenger hunt and much more. 9. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Celebrates It’s 20th Anniversary – Walt Disney World’s theme park dedicated to celebrating life in the animal kingdom will mark a milestone 20th anniversary on Earth Day, April 22, this year. Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for more details on how you can celebrate this milestone year with us. 10. An “UP”-Inspired Show Will Debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom This Spring – A new show featuring Russell and Dug from Disney•Pixar’s film “UP” will offer guests the chance to see Senior Wilderness Explorer Russell and his furry friend Dug as they discover species of birds from around the world in their newest adventure at the Caravan Theater in Anandapur Village. Stay tuned for more on this new experience. 11. Celebrate The Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Disney Springs – Raglan Road is the place to be for St. Patty’s Day, this March 17. The annual event features live music and Irish dance performances, plus plenty of great food. 12. Toy Story Land Opens in Summer 2018 – The highly anticipated expansion at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will debut to guests this summer, and with it, two new attractions: Alien Swirling Saucers and the Slinky Dog Dash family coaster. Guests can already catch a glimpse of what’s in store inside the park’s Walt Disney Presents attraction, where they can view the model and some attraction vehicle maquettes. 13. Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Enhancements Will Debut This Summer – Several areas of this resort are currently undergoing enhancements, including a transformation for the resort’s existing lobby, an expansion of Centertown Market, and the addition of a new Caribbean-inspired restaurant and pool bar. 14. Get Into The Halloween Spirit At Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party – This event is a must-do for guests visiting in the fall. Get ready to collect candy, dress in costumes, and enjoy Halloween entertainment like only Disney can create. Highlights of this special-ticket party include “Happy HalloWishes” fireworks, the “Boo-To-You Halloween Parade” and more. Keep your eye on the Disney Parks Blog for 2018 party dates. 15. Fall Will Be Unforgettable With The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival – Plan for a fantastic fall with the return of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. The 2018 event will feature many guest favorites – including global marketplaces, the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, guest chef appearances, culinary demonstrations, beverage seminars and so much more. 16. Holiday Favorite Events Will Return – Keep your eye on the Disney Parks Blog throughout 2018 for vacation planning information useful for planning holiday visits, with updates on 2018 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Parties at Magic Kingdom Park, the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays, the Flurry of Fun celebration Disney’s Hollywood Studios, holiday shopping and entertainment at Disney Springs, and more. 17. ESPN Wide World of Sports Will Expand – ESPN Wide World of Sports will open a new multi-use sports and entertainment venue in 2018. It will seat more than 8,000 guests and have the ability to host six regulation basketball courts, six regulation volleyball courts or concert configurations. For cheer and dance events, it will accommodate performance and warm-up space and include a flexible design for one large competition space that can be set up for as many as four competition areas. Additional areas can be tailored for warm-up and practice, along with areas for judges and officials. There will be concessions throughout the building, and additional box office and entry to the complex. 18. Look For More Updates on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2019 – Slated to open in 2019, this entire land will allow guests to visit a remote trading port on the edge of wild space, where Star Wars characters and their stories come to life – and where guests will find themselves in the middle of the action. The lands will feature two major attractions that put guests in the middle of a battle between the First Order and the Resistance. Each attraction – and even the land itself – will offer guests the chance to immerse themselves in the Star Wars universe like never before. Keep your eye on the Disney Parks Blog throughout 2018 for updates on this thrilling new land. View the full article

Happy New Year! The year 2018 is shaping up to be an unforgettable year of anniversaries, expansions and new experiences for guests visiting different Disney destinations around the world. Here’s a round-up of just some of the fun that’s coming for our guests visiting our parks – and our cruise ships – in 2018. The Disneyland Resort 1. New Dining, Retail & Family-Friendly Entertainment Coming to Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort in Early 2018 – New dining and entertainment experiences are coming to Downtown Disney District very soon, including Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire by ILMxLAB and The VOID and Splitsville Luxury Lanes. D-Street will also be reimagined into a retail space that offers Disney fans a variety of Disney-themed home goods. 2. Lunar New Year Festival Returns to Disney California Adventure Park, January 26 through February 18 – From January 26 through February 18, this spectacular festival will feature Hurry Home — Lunar New Year Celebration, a nighttime water show on Paradise Bay; specialty Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese foods at marketplaces; Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession; traditional crafts and more. 3. Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Expands to Six Weeks in 2018 – Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival will return March 2 through April 12, 2018, bringing delicious cuisine, specialty beverages and exciting entertainment to Disneyland Resort guests for its third season. The culinary festival will expand to six weeks, with more days for guests to enjoy the flavors of the Golden State. More than a dozen Festival Marketplaces will feature California-inspired tastes and sips. Guests will experience presentations and demonstrations with celebrity chefs such as Robert Irvine and Alex Guarnaschelli; food and beverage tastings; winemaker dinners; beer, wine and spirit seminars – all in addition to live music, entertainment and special activities throughout the festival. 4. Pixar Fest Brings Celebration of Friendship Throughout Disneyland Resort Beginning April 13 – Beginning April 13, 2018, this limited-time celebration of friendship and beyond will feature the debut of an all-new “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” and the return of two favorite parades as well as even more beloved Pixar characters, new décor, atmosphere entertainment, themed food and beverage and new merchandise items. Read the full story here. 5. Pixar Pier Will Debut This Summer – This summer will bring a transformed land for guests to experience at Disney California Adventure park when Pixar Pier opens along the southern shore of Paradise Bay, with newly themed attractions, foods and merchandise throughout. This new, permanent land in the area that is now Paradise Pier will introduce four new neighborhoods representing beloved Disney·Pixar stories: “The Incredibles,” “Toy Story,” “Inside Out” and a fourth neighborhood that will be a celebration of many of your favorite Pixar stories. Read more details here. Walt Disney World Resort 6. Disney Springs Will Welcome Eight New Dining Locations – A total of eight exciting new F&B locations are set to make their grand debuts at Disney Springs in 2018. The Edison, along with Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante, Enzo’s Hideaway and Pizza Ponte are scheduled to open early in 2018, while Terralina Crafted Italian, Wine Bar George, Jaleo and Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill are set to debut later on in the year. Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for future updates, sneak peeks at the menus and opening information. 7. The Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary – This year’s festival will run from February 28-May 28. The 90-day event brings with it a multitude of Disney character topiaries, tasty offerings at 15 Outdoor Kitchens, garden tours, the Garden Rocks music series, new kids’ activities, the Egg-Stravaganza scavenger hunt and much more. 8. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Celebrates It’s 20th Anniversary – Walt Disney World’s theme park dedicated to celebrating life in the animal kingdom will mark a milestone 20th anniversary on Earth Day, April 22, this year. Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for more details on how you can celebrate this milestone year with us. 9. Toy Story Land Opens in Summer 2018 – The highly anticipated expansion at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will debut to guests this summer, and with it, two new attractions: Alien Swirling Saucers and the Slinky Dog Dash family coaster. Guests can already catch a glimpse of what’s in store inside the park’s Walt Disney Presents attraction, where they can view the model and some attraction vehicle maquettes. Disney Cruise Line 10. Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea Return from January through April 2018 – Epic adventures at sea return to Disney Cruise Line with special engagements of two popular events – Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea. Spanning two Disney cruise ships, sailing across the Caribbean and Bahamas, these cruises bring Disney and fan-favorite fun to families and guests of all ages. 11. Rapunzel’s Royal Table Debuts on the Disney Magic in March 2018 – Exciting new spaces and experiences designed for guests of all ages are coming to the Disney Magic cruise ship in March 2018, including an enchanting dining experience for families at Rapunzel’s Royal Table. The first table service restaurant themed to “Tangled” that features characters and live entertainment will transport guests to the kingdom of Corona for an evening of music and interactive fun. 12. Disney Cruise Line Visits New Destinations in Summer and Fall 2018 – Disney Cruise Line offers families a chance to see the world and explore magnificent destinations in 2018, including first-time visits to ports in Italy and Ireland during the summer and to Bermuda and Quebec City, Canada in the fall. Throughout the year, Disney Cruise Line will return to popular destinations in the Caribbean and Bahamas, Alaska, Europe, Canada and Mexican Riviera. Disneyland Paris 13. Marvel Super Heroes Come to Disneyland Paris Next Summer – Join some of your favorite characters at Walt Disney Studios Park for Marvel Summer of Super Heroes starting June 10. It will be the big event of 2018, closing out what has already been an unbelievable celebration of Disneyland Paris’ 25th Anniversary. Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, Spider-Man, Star-Lord and Black Widow will appear for the first time at Disneyland Paris until September 30 for exciting encounters and epic shows. Hong Kong Disneyland 14. Hong Kong Disneyland Opens New Entertainment Venue, Begins Castle Transformation – Hong Kong Disneyland’s multi-year expansion kicks off in 2018 with the opening of a new entertainment venue in Adventureland featuring a Moana-themed stage show. Sleeping Beauty Castle will also start its transformation, the first-of-its-kind at any Disney park. The icon of the park will draw inspiration from a variety of storybook influences and styles with a design that reaches ever skyward. After the transformation, guests will be able to watch a new daytime show and nighttime spectacular against the impressive backdrop, visit an all-new Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique and meet Disney princesses. Shanghai Disney Resort 15. Shanghai Disneyland Expands on April 26 with Opening of Disney Toy Story Land – One of our most popular franchises is coming to Shanghai Disneyland next year with the opening of a seventh themed land: Disney Toy Story Land. The first expansion since Shanghai Disney Resort opened in 2016, this new land will be filled with attractions and entertainment celebrating fun and imagination for guests of all ages in a high-spirited, colorful world based on the Disney·Pixar motion picture series. Everyone will be shrunk down to explore Andy’s backyard as “honorary toys.” Check out the full story here. 16. Beauty and the Beast Mandarin Production Coming to Shanghai Disney Resort – A tale as old as time is coming to the Walt Disney Grand Theatre stage next year, and the award-winning hit Broadway musical will be performed in Mandarin. One of the longest-running and highest-grossing Broadway shows of all time, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast has been produced in 37 countries and enjoyed by more than 35 million people since its premiere in 1994. Now this beloved Disney classic will feature talented performers from across China in a new one-of-a-kind entertainment offering. Tokyo Disney Resort 17. Tokyo Disney Resort’s 35th Anniversary ‘Happiest Celebration!’ – Guests can look forward to a new daytime parade at Tokyo Disneyland featuring Mickey and his pals, the reopening of “it’s a small world” with the addition of 40 classic Disney characters, and a nighttime transformation of Cinderella Castle as Mickey creates a fantastic spectacle just for you. 18. Winter Fun Comes Alive January 11 – Winter is coming to Tokyo Disney Resort – and that means more warm hugs and frosty fun. Starting January 11, Tokyo Disney Resort will host several special winter offerings: Duffy’s Heartwarming Days, Pixar Playtime and Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Fantasy. Read full details here. View the full article

As we just announced during our special New Year’s Eve #DisneyParksLIVE coverage of the “Fantasy in the Sky” fireworks, we’re kicking off 2018 by offering readers a chance to be one of 50 winners to receive a new Disney Parks Blog hoodie. As you can see, our new zipper hoodies are navy blue with white lettering. They’re a first for us! You can enter for a chance to win one adult Disney Parks Blog zipper hoodie here and follow the entry instructions to complete an official entry form. Your entry must state your valid email address and full name. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Sweepstakes starts 12/31/17 at 11:55 p.m. ET and ends 1/1/18 at 12:55 a.m. ET. Open only to persons who, upon entering, are not deemed minors in their jurisdiction of primary residence and are legal residents of, and physically located within, the 50 U.S. or D.C. Limit 1 entry per person/per email address. For complete details, including full eligibility requirements, odds of winning and limitations, see Official Rules. Void where prohibited by law. View the full article

Happy New Year, Disney food friends! We’re thrilled to show a few new things we found over at the Wilderness Lodge. But first: that lobby! That TREE! It’s truly spectacular and worth a visit even if you’re not staying at the resort! Look at that tree! Meanwhile, over at Roaring Fork, you can find a Gingerbread Cupcake — with a Squirrel on it! C’mon. You know you want to eat that adorable squirrel. This is a seasonal offering, of course, so we’re not sure how much longer it will be available. Gingerbread Squirrel Cupcake If you’re looking for comfort food, Roaring Fork has you covered there, too. They’re serving up Chicken and Waffles with a tasty-sounding Apple BBQ Sauce. Yum! Again, this is seasonal, and the cast members weren’t able to tell us how much longer it’d be available, so get on it! Chicken and Waffles You can also order the Holiday Turkey Sandwich at Roaring Fork. It celebrates the season with stuffing, gravy, and cranberry sauce! Holiday Sandwich Remember, these Roaring Fork items are seasonal, so if you find yourself drawn to the Wilderness Lodge, we recommend you indulge in these yummy eats before they disappear into the wilderness! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! 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 pre-order your copy of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 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 e-Book, 2018 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2017 Edition immediately for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2018 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2017 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite seasonal category: Sweet or Savory? Tell us about it in the comments! 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: DFB Video: The NEW Roaring Fork at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Review: Chocolate Caramel Cupcake at Roaring Fork in Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort News: Geyser Point Pool Bar & Grill Opening Soon at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge View the full article