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Seven hotels near Disney Springs will make extra time in the Walt Disney World theme parks available to its guests in 2018. They will be part of Disney’s official Extra Magic Hours program, which adds time on to the beginning or end of regular operating hours at select parks on select days to hotel... View the full article

'Pirates of the Caribbean' Star Kaya Scodelario Visits Disneyland Park Paris View the full article

It's never too early to plan for the holidays, even those more than a year away as Disney released the trailer for "The Nutcracker and the Four Realms." The film that puts a darker slant on the traditional holiday ballet is slated to come out Nov. 2, 2018. The trailer looks almost like another... View the full article

It’s almost time to write those resolutions and bid 2017 a warm adieu! New Year’s Eve is a time to reflect on the past and revel in the great big beautiful tomorrow, and there’s no better place to do that than at Disney Parks. Let’s take a look at how you can celebrate at our international resorts. The New Year’s Eve Party at Disneyland Paris will be a dazzling affair celebrating the greatest hits of 2017. Along with favorite attractions, a special Incredible New Year’s Eve Parade combines the most memorable parade moments this year, including Halloween, Christmas and the 25th Anniversary Disney Stars on Parade. Mickey’s Christmas Big Band will perform smooth jazz and your favorite characters will dance the night away at Goofy’s New Year’s Eve Dance Party. When the clock strikes twelve, the sky will be filled with a cascade of light and color during the New Year Celebration Fireworks. It will truly be an unforgettable way to toast 2018. As you may remember, Tokyo Disney Resort will ring in the Year of the Dog during a five-day celebration. You won’t want to miss the New Year’s Greeting parade at Tokyo Disneyland or the harbor show at Tokyo DisneySea, which feature Mickey, Minnie and Pluto. You can also try plenty of Pluto-themed treats around the resort. If you haven’t yet visited Shanghai Disney Resort’s enchanted Christmas celebration or Hong Kong Disneyland’s A Disney Christmas, don’t fret – you have until January 1st to experience both seasonal offerings. Hong Kong Disneyland will also stage its finale Disney in the Stars fireworks show on January 1st as the castle prepares for a magical transformation, and new merchandise is available for guests to commemorate the special occasion. Stay tuned for more on how these resorts plan to honor the Chinese New Year in 2018. No matter where you are in the world this December 31st, we at the Disney Parks Blog send you warm wishes for the New Year. Now, it’s almost time to celebrate! 10…9…8… View the full article

Disney's "The Nutcracker and the Four Realms," which comes to theaters Nov. 2, 2018. View the full article

Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Star Wars are the inspiration for renowned fashion designer Nikkie Plessen’s latest collection, Disney X NIKKIE, which saw its world debut at Disney’s Newport Bay Club at Disneyland Paris earlier this week. Donald Duck made a surprise appearance at the show, where he danced it out with Nikkie herself to celebrate the collection. The event was live streamed around the world, with model Kate Moss and DJ Martin Garrix among the guests invited to attend. The new collection is now available at the Disney Fashion boutique at Disney Village, Bay Boutique at Disney’s Newport Bay Club and Galerie Mickey at the Disneyland Hotel, just in time for some last-minute holiday shopping! View the full article

Disney’s Animal Kingdom starts off this month’s Best Bites with a new prix fix menu at Tiffins, offered during lunch from 11:30am-3:30 p.m. daily. The meal comes with a trio of appetizers with black-eyed pea fritters, heirloom tomatoes and marinated grilled octopus. The entrée selections include a vegetable noodle bowl, swordfish, braised wagyu beef pozole or grilled chicken. You can then end your meal with a delicious dessert trio consisting of chocolate ganache, lime cheesecake and guava mousse! Stop by Tiffins on Discovery Island to try out this amazing new menu. Right next door to Tiffins is Pandora – The World of Avatar, when you can now find some breakfast options at Pongu Pongu. The new offerings include a chocolate-stuffed brioche, colorful coffee cake, the popular pineapple Lumpia, and a Wolf Paw, which is a cinnamon bun topped with almonds! Creature Comforts now offers two all-new sandwiches. The first is a roast beef sandwich with rosemary mayonnaise, Comté cheese, lettuce and tomato on a ciabatta bread. The second is a delicious chicken salad sandwich with apples, dried cherries, lettuce and tomato on a split croissant. Over at Epcot, the Rose & Crown Pub in the United Kingdom Pavilion now offers British Butty. This unique offering from across the pond consists of your choice of chips (fries), bacon or banger (sausage) served on a brioche roll with crisps and house-made pickled onions. Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen in Magic Kingdom Park has recently added a few new items to the menu. The first dish is a favorite of our friend Pamela Perkins, the President of the Adventurers Club. The Perkins Thai Noodles consist of chicken, tofu, seasonal vegetables and rice noodles tossed in a spicy soy-chili-garlic sauce. You’ll be betting it all on the next dish, the “A Lot At Steak” Salad! This leafy dish comes with grilled steak, romaine lettuce, Spring mix, pickled jalapeños, red onion, queso fresco and pumpkin seeds tossed in a chimichurri vinaigrette. The last dish is the Baa Baa Berber Lamb Chops. These berbere-spiced lambchops come with roasted carrot purée and arugula-cauliflower salad tossed in a citrus vinaigrette. In Frontierland, Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe now offers a taco trio. Choose from seasoned ground beef, seasoned chicken, spicy beef or the new spicy cauliflower! This new lightly-breaded cauliflower comes with pineapple salsa and a five-spice yogurt. All these tacos are served in flour tortillas and include a trip to the toppings bar. For the holiday season, Magic Kingdom Park has also added a few special offerings, like December’s Hot Dog of the Month at Casey’s Corner – the Hot Diggity Holiday Hot Dog with cranberry cole slaw and pulled pork. Columbia Harbour House now offers a holiday salad with turkey, bacon bits, cheese, cranberries, onions, tomatoes and a cranberry vinaigrette as well as Fa La La Fondant Fries – fries topped with cinnamon sugar and red and green fondant. At Pinocchio Village Haus you’ll find a holiday flatbread with roasted turkey, cheese, stuffing, cranberry BBQ sauce and gravy. And lastly, Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café now has a Bahumburger with angus beef, cornbread stuffing and a special Scrooge Sauce cranberry aioli. Trattoria Al Forno at Disney’s BoardWalk has extended the hours of its popular Bon Voyage Adventure Breakfast. Starting December 17th, this experience will be from 7:30am-12:00 p..m daily. Reservations for these extended hours are available now. Meet Ariel with Prince Eric and Rapunzel with Flynn Rider while you dine on a variety of breakfast entrées like the Tower of Pancakes or Tangled Eggs! View the full article

That’s the Power of Magic – Bella Notte | Walt Disney World View the full article

It’s been quite the year for MagicBands at Walt Disney World Resort, with the resort-wide rollout of the versatile and easily customizable MagicBand 2, the addition of the super convenient MagicKeeper accessories and an assortment of popular new limited and open edition designs. As we continue to expand this innovative wearable, we’re very excited to share a first look at two open edition MagicBands featuring new highly-requested colors that will soon be available for purchase online and wherever MagicBands are sold throughout the Resort. The first new MagicBand is a solid-color millennial pink, the fashion-forward, trendy shade of pink that continues to grow in popularity. If you’re not familiar with this particular color, its hue is a delicate, softer pink, and we’re already hearing wonderful feedback from guests about this product. The band retails for $12.99 and will debut on Jan. 8. This new MagicBand color is a great addition to the already popular rose-gold Minnie Ears. The second new color is brown and will first be featured in a fun new design starring the Seven Dwarfs from the Disney classic “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” The design includes the whole gang – Bashful, Doc, Dopey, Grumpy, Happy, Sleepy, and Sneezy – as well as a few diamonds dug from their famous mine. Guests will have the opportunity to purchase this fun, new MagicBand, selling for $22.99, beginning Dec. 18. These colors join the new solid-color black MagicBand, which we released last month, offering guests even more choices for how they want to unlock the magic of their Disney vacation. As always, these MagicBands connect the vacation choices and purchases guests make in My Disney Experience – from effortless theme-park entry to Disney PhotoPass association, dining plan redemption, room entry and more. And as a reminder, with the MagicBand 2 design, you are able to remove the center icon to mix and match colors and create multi-color bands or take advantage of one of the MagicKeeper accessories to give you even more options on how to wear the magic. Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for the latest information and future announcements about new MagicBand releases. We’re already planning even more exciting bands and colors for 2018, and we can’t wait to share what we have in store for you. View the full article

He nods. He speaks. He talks with his hands. He doesn’t tweet. He looks downright presidential. He’s animatronic Donald Trump, and he has made his debut in the Hall of Presidents at the Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney World visitors got a sneak peek of the refurbished attraction with the Trump figure... View the full article

He nods. He speaks. He talks with his hands. He doesn’t tweet. He looks downright presidential. He’s animatronic Donald Trump, and he has made his debut in the Hall of Presidents at the Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney World visitors got a sneak peek of the refurbished attraction with the Trump figure... View the full article

He nods. He speaks. He talks with his hands. He doesn’t tweet. He looks downright presidential. He’s animatronic Donald Trump, and he has made his debut in the Hall of Presidents at Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney World visitors got a sneak peek of the refurbished attraction with the Trump figure front... View the full article

Donald Trump has joined the Hall of Presidents. His animatronic figure stands front and slightly off-center on the stage at the long-running Walt Disney World attraction in Magic Kingdom theme park. The hall has been closed since mid-January, two months after Trump won the presidential election.... View the full article

Following a year-long transformation, The Hall of Presidents will officially reopen at Magic Kingdom Park on Tuesday, December 19, with enhancements that will bring the story of the American presidency to life as never before. The epic theatrical production was envisioned by Walt Disney himself to honor the country by honoring the presidents of the United States. This endeavor began with a single animated figure of President Abraham Lincoln that was developed for the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair. In 1971, advances in technology made it possible for Imagineers to make Walt Disney’s vision a reality by including every chief executive who ever served the United States of America. The history of innovation at The Hall of Presidents continues to this day. In addition to updating the show’s content, Imagineers have incorporated the latest in theatrical design and Audio-Animatronics technology. Landmark moments in history come alive on a panoramic 180-degree screen that transports guests across more than 200 years of the American story. High-impact projection, sound, lighting and other enhancements take guests into rare and indelible moments in history that helped define a nation. As has been the tradition with every new president since the attraction debuted, an Audio-Animatronics figure of President Donald J. Trump has been added to the show and features the latest advances in technology that enable smoother and more lifelike movements. President Trump personally recorded remarks exclusively for The Hall of Presidents, just as each sitting president has done for the attraction since the early 1990s. Rich in innovative storytelling and tradition, The Hall of Presidents carries a legacy and passion for American history that has been part of Disney Parks for more than 50 years. View the full article

Will Mickey Mouse take up juggling? Cirque du Soleil on Monday announced the first details about the show that will replace the long-running “La Nouba” in the distinctive white tentlike building at Disney Springs. The new show will “draw its inspiration from Disney's heritage of animation,” according... View the full article

Cirque du Soleil today announced the first details about the show that will replace the long-running “La Nouba” in the distinctive white tent-like building at Disney Springs. “La Nouba” which opened in 1998 will close Dec. 31. The new show is being created by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group... View the full article

Hey Guys! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re talking about the Hidden Gem Dining Spots at Disneyland! Mint Julep Disneyland is home to some really great food and today we’re sharing some of our favorite hidden gems! If you’re headed to Disneyland for the first time you might not know about some of the more “secret” spots to find great food. And even if you’re a regular visitor it’s always good to get a reminder of these out-of-the-way places! 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 about your favorite Disneyland hidden gem! 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: New Video: Hidden Gem Dining Spots That May Surprise You! New DFB Video: Stage Door Cafe in Disneyland’s Frontierland — A Hidden Gem! New DFB Video: Tajin Dole Whip Hack in Disneyland View the full article

Walt Disney will probably look at one of two internal candidates to lead ESPN, according to a person with knowledge of the matter, after John Skipper unexpectedly stepped down because of a substance addiction.Programming boss Connor Schell and distribution chief Justin Connolly are likely internal... View the full article

Earlier this year, we announced that “La Nouba” by Cirque du Soleil would be taking its final bow at Disney Springs on New Year’s Eve 2018. As the curtain closes on this fan favorite, it’s fitting that we share some exciting news about the future of the long-lasting relationship between Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. Nearly twenty years after teaming up to bring “La Nouba” to the stage, the two entertainment companies are working together on a new collaboration. This original show will be created by Cirque du Soleil and will pay homage to Disney’s rich history of animation, with a vivid story told in a way that only Cirque du Soleil can deliver. Daniel Lamarre, President and CEO of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, elaborated, sharing “We are incredibly inspired by Disney’s immense creative universe. We are convinced that bringing Disney’s magic to life on stage will touch audiences and bring them back to their childhood.” An opening date for the new show has not been announced. Keep an eye on the Disney Parks Blog where we’ll continue to share details as they are finalized. In the meantime, if you’d like to experience the magic of “La Nouba” one more time, limited tickets are still available. Purchase tickets online today. View the full article

It’s a magical runDisney celebration that’s been 10 years in the making – the 2018 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend presented by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals! Featuring three fantasy-filled runs and one royal challenge, Princesses and Princes alike can look forward to a weekend straight out of a fairytale with a happily ever after ending with MEDALS. This year’s finisher medals highlight several different Disney Princesses, each with an incredible story. Take a look at what will be awaiting you at this year’s finish line: Running (and jumping, and leaping) into the race weekend celebration is the Disney Princess 5K. Have the best day ever with an exciting run with fun for the whole family (even Mother), no frying pans needed, and earn this Tangled-inspired medal! Runners, take aim for a thrilling 6.2-mile run during the Disney Princess Enchanted 10K featuring a “Brave”-inspired medal. This year’s finisher medal spotlights the courageous Scottish Princess while incorporating Celtic design. Find out who the fairest runner of them all is during the 2018 Disney Princess Half Marathon, celebrating its 10th anniversary! Whistle while you enjoy a gem of a 13.1-mile course to earn this year’s medal featuring “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” Our most regal participants, taking on the Disney Fairy Tale Challenge, completing both the Disney Princess Half Marathon and 10K, can look forward to earning this Cinderella-inspired medal which incorporates a nod to its 5th Anniversary. Joining us this February for the royal celebration? Let us know which race you’ll be participating in using the hashtag #PrincessHalf on our social channels! Follow runDisney on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and Pinterest! To learn more about other runDisney events, please visit us here! View the full article

In just a few weeks, we’ll be kicking off another season of Star Wars Day at Sea aboard the Disney Fantasy! With so many new experiences coming to the daylong celebration (see my previous post for more details), you’ll have more chances than ever for galactic adventures in 2018. To prepare your family for the out-of-this-galaxy fun, check out these top ten ways to experience Star Wars Day at Sea … 1. Choose your costume wisely. Before you even step on the ship, choose a side and plan your day’s attire. Whether you resemble Jedi, Wookiees, droids, Stormtroopers or other iconic Star Wars characters, dressing up adds to the fun for young and old alike. 2. Indulge in the Star Wars films. In the days leading up to the epic celebration, check out all of the Star Wars feature films in the Buena Vista Theatre, culminating in a showing of the newest film, Star Wars: The Last Jedi. 3. Encounter heroes who inspire you. New in 2018, you are guaranteed a time to meet and take photographs with C-3PO and R2-D2, Chewbacca and Darth Vader. Before you even step onboard, reserve these character encounters on disneycruise.com. 4. Celebrate with other fans. The family costume party in the atrium is one of the day’s epic events not to be missed. It’s a great chance to celebrate your love for Star Wars and meet other fans who share your affinity. 5. Be open to making new friends. You never know who you might meet roaming the ship. Jawas, Rebels, Storm Troopers and others are often spotted out on the deck. Plus, your kids can meet C-3PO, Storm Troopers and more at Star Wars: Command Post in the youth club. 6. Make it a family adventure. Share your love for Star Wars with your kids by joining the special activities for families, such as droid racing in the atrium, learning to draw your favorite Star Wars characters, and helping track the Porgs wreaking havoc throughout the ship. 7. Send your kids to Resistance training. At Star Wars: Command Post, Younglings can embark on an action-packed training adventure with members of the Resistance who will teach them how to hone their skills to defeat First Order Stormtroopers. 8. Cheer as Padawans face the dark side. In “Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple,” Force-sensitive children can learn the ways of the Jedi and use their new-found skills in a final face-off with Darth Vader and, new to 2018, Kylo Ren. 9. Watch the epic saga come to life on stage. The “Summon the Force” deck celebration is where you can unleash the Force during games, music and a galactic dance party. The event features stunts, special effects and favorite Star Wars characters, including Rey for the first time in 2018. 10. Get inspired by a stunning fireworks show. The day’s grand finale is a spectacular pyrotechnics display set to John Williams’ iconic music. Both lifelong Star Wars fans and those new to the adventure are sure to get chills as you watch the pyrotechnic show with family by your side. Star Wars Day at Sea returns to the Disney Fantasy from January to April 2018. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog as we share more about the incredible experiences you’ll have during this epic day on your family’s Caribbean cruise vacation! View the full article

Guests have a new way to enjoy the magic from Disney Parks with the release of a Bluetooth enabled Made with Magic: 3.0 Connected Ear Hat. This item is the latest in a colorful collection of accessories that light up and flash to the beat during popular nighttime shows at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. This new hat, however, interacts at home in a way never before seen with Made with Magic products. By using the in-app Color Remote on the Shop Disney Parks app, guests can change the color and speed of the strobe effect on the hat’s ears. The app also syncs the hat with special television broadcasts such as “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Celebration” coming to ABC on the morning of December 25. Simply open the Shop Disney Parks app to the “Magic Events” tab during a Made with Magic event and delight as your ears and the app shine along with the songs. Look for this new ear hat in select merchandise locations throughout Disney Parks. Guests can also find the hat by visiting Shop Disney Parks or on the Shop Disney Parks mobile app. View the full article

Today, we’re sharing with you our latest visit to Garden Grill Restaurant for Chip ‘n’ Dale’s Harvest Feast Dinner! Learn About: Garden Grill Restaurant Epcot Restaurants Disney World Restaurants Garden Grill is basically one of my favorite character meals. First, it’s a character meal with really great interaction. And while Chip ‘n’ Dale are the headliners, here, you also get to hang out with Farmer Mickey and Pluto! But beyond the characters, we enjoy the unique ambiance that Garden Grill offers. If you’ve never visited the restaurant, wait ’til you see what it does! Yes — DOES! We’ve also had some pretty fantastic meals here. Breakfast is virtually a tradition for my family. But today, we’re visiting in the evening. We’ve enjoyed past dinners here. Let’s see if the trend continues. Atmosphere Looking for Garden Grill Restaurant? Hang a right after Spaceship Earth and head toward The Land Pavilion in Future World West. The Land Pavilion Walkways line the perimeter walls inside the building and lead you down to the pavilion’s three levels, which host The Circle of Life film on the right, and Living with the Land, Soarin’, and Sunshine Seasons (one of our favorite counter service spots) on the bottom. There’s also an elevator if you’d prefer it to walking. The Land Ceiling You’ll find the Garden Grill directly across from the entrance. Garden Grill Sign And here’s where we talk about what Garden Grill does: it rotates. In fact, it’s the only restaurant in Orlando — and only one of a handful in the world — that spins. Now, just in case the thought of a rotating restaurant doesn’t sound all that appetizing, we promise you that Garden Grill spins at a snail’s pace. We aren’t talking spinning teacups here. Garden Grill Wide View Why does it spin? Well, there’s more than one way to check out the attractions within Living with the Land! As the restaurant rotates, guests are treated to scenes from the ride. This mural acts as sort of a gateway. Garden Grill Mural You’ll visit a farmhouse — or see it from above, anyway. I think this scene is particularly fun, because you get to look inside one of the windows from this vantage point! Farmhouse Scene in Living with the Land You’ll also see extremes in landscapes. As you view a rainforest scene, and watch it morph into a desert scene as you travel. Rainforest Transition from Rainforest to Desert The Desert Your vehicle for sightseeing is your table, of course. Tables are arranged in a sort of stadium seating pattern on two levels around the restaurant. Top tier tables are your garden variety rectangular tables, like you see here. Table and Seating On the lower level, semi-circular booths face out, giving you the best view of the scenes you pass. Garden Grill booth Larger Booth — Family Side And did you notice? Mickey makes an appearance before your meal ever starts! Mickey Table Setting :) And that brings me to Reason Number Two that you might want to visit Garden Grill: the characters. Let’s check ‘em out. Characters One of my top reasons for visiting Garden Grill is the character interaction. In fact, it’s one of my Top Two Favorite Character Meals in Walt Disney World! Of course, I love when I can see Mickey during a character meet and greet. And here, he’s dressed in his farmer finest. Mickey Mouse Mickey is joined by his faithful pup sidekick, Pluto. Pluto But this is, after all, Chip ‘n’ Dale’s gig. So you’re sure to see the playful pair as you enjoy your dinner. Chip Sad Dale And that’s one of the coolest things about Garden Grill — it’s not just the stellar character interaction, but the amount of interaction you get. The restaurant is fairly small in size, so that means you normally have the chance to visit with characters more than once during your meal. Eats So we’ve talked about the fact that Garden Grill rotates, thus making it something kinda special. And, of course, any day that you can share your meal with Chip ‘n’ Dale and Friends is gonna be a good one. But how about the food? Well, the good news is — that’s pretty great, too. Garden Grill serves its meals family style, meaning that shareable platters are brought to the table, and you can ask for more of anything you like. That also means that everyone dining has the choice of a non-alcoholic beverage as part of the prix fixe price of his or her meal. But if you’d like, you can also order from a list of special drinks, including cocktails, mocktails, beer, and wine. Special Drinks Menu — Click to Enlarge Wine Menu — Click to Enlarge You don’t really choose what you’re getting at Garden Grill (unless you have special dietary needs; talk to your server in that case). The offerings are pretty much standard. You’ll start with warm Dinner Rolls, served with a side of Whipped Butter. Rolls with Whipped Butter Next comes the Harvest-Inspired Farmer’s Salad. During our visit, the salad included greens, hard boiled egg, radishes, and grape tomatoes. It’s lightly dressed with a creamy dressing. Harvest-Inspired Farmer’s Salad The main course is the combination platter with sliced Homestyle Pot Roast, sliced Turkey Breast, and Italian Sausage served with sautéed Peppers and Onions. Sides on the platter include Mashed Potatoes and Bacon and Leek Stuffing. The Italian Sausage is new, having replaced the previously served Sustainable Fish of the Day. Platter of Meats, Mashed Potatoes, Dressing, and Gravy But that’s not all. You get additional veggie sides, like Green Beans and Sweet Potatoes, plus Macaroni and Cheese. Platter of Sides — Mac & Cheese, Green Beans, and Sweet Potato Fries For dessert, it’s a shareable Short Cake topped with Fruit Compote and Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream. Short Cake Some folks may call this a cobbler. Whatever name you give it, the rich cake and super saucy berry topping is a winner with everyone at the table. Nosh or Not? You’ll enjoy Garden Grill if: You’re looking for a great character meal that combines great food, MICKEY, and more fun aspects You have a nostalgic affinity for Epcot (Living with the Land!!!) You’re touring Epcot with small children. The rest of the table service restaurants in Epcot can be ho hum for little kids. You may want to skip Garden Grill if: You’ve got a busy touring day and would rather stick to counter service You’re in an adults-only party and nobody much cares about characters Overall After lots of visits, I still love Garden Grill Restaurant. I think I’ve laid out a pretty convincing argument. When you visit Garden Grill, you’re getting a three-way combo of unique environment, great characters, and excellent (and plentiful) food. And when it comes to characters and kids, I personally lean toward a character meal where the food comes to you, because it’s so much easier to juggle kids, characters, and food when you don’t have to worry about visiting a buffet. But even beyond the convenience of Garden Grill, the characters, and the novelty of the place, I think this place just offers really great food. It may be kind of standard fare, but it’s thoughtfully prepared. And when you’re paying Disney prices, it’s great when you can enjoy a character meal as much for the food as for everything else. If you haven’t tried it before, book an advance dining reservation for Garden Grill Restaurant. I think you’ll be pleased. Read Our Review of Garden Grill’s Breakfast Options Here! Now, I’d love to hear from you! Is Garden Grill Restaurant one of your favorites? Let us know in 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: Review: Chip N’ Dale’s Harvest Feast Breakfast at Garden Grill Restaurant in Epcot Review: Chip N’ Dale’s NEW Harvest Feast Breakfast at Epcot’s Garden Grill Review: Dinner at Garden Grill Restaurant in Disney World’s Epcot View the full article

With this weekend’s exciting update on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, we wrapped our first-ever 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas here on the blog. Many of you joined us every day for updates on new offerings coming to Walt Disney Parks & Resorts in 2018 and beyond. But if you missed one or two, we’re kicking off the week with a special look at the entire 12 days. On the first day of our 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas, we shared with you – an exciting update that Pixar Play Parade will bring even more of your favorite Pixar stories to life with the addition of three new story elements when it returns April 13 to the Disneyland Resort as part of the limited-time Pixar Fest celebration. We continued our announcements with new details about enhancements debuting late this summer at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort at the Walt Disney World Resort. The third day of our series included two announcements. First, we shared an update that the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival is expanding to six weeks in 2018. We then published an update that Shanghai Disneyland is expanding on April 26 with the opening of Disney Toy Story Land. The series moved into its first weekend with new images and details about the Disney Skyliner transportation system that’ll give you an unforgettable journey and a picturesque view of the Walt Disney World Resort. On the same day, we shared a new rendering showing you how the Hong Kong Disneyland Castle will reach new heights with its upcoming transformation. As we approached the halfway point of the series, we shared an update from Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa and its new premium experience featuring Moana. On the sixth day of the 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas, we looked ahead to the Epcot International Festival of the Arts and shared the 2018 Disney on Broadway line-up. A new week began with an update on a new show coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom featuring Russell and Dug from Disney•Pixar’s “UP” film. And we revealed some new Star Wars Day at Sea experiences with Disney Cruise Line. Experiences include the Dark Side, the Resistance, the droid and more. An update from Disney Springs led the ninth day of our series as we revealed new details for Terralina Crafted Italian. The new venue is coming in early 2018. Our announcements continued with a first look at a working model of Pixar Pier showing newly themed areas at Disney California Adventure Park. We followed our update from Disney California Adventure Park with another update that “The Incredibles” will join the high-speed action when the Incredicoaster opens this summer. And we wrapped the 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas news with a special update from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. We hope you’re as excited as we are about the updates included in our first-ever 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas series. Be sure to keep checking the Disney Parks Blog in 2018 for more updates on many of these stories and more. View the full article

The Disneyland and the Walt Disney World Resorts truly turn into winter wonderlands when our theme parks and resorts are decorated for the holidays. Larger-than-life themed Christmas trees, miles of lights, garland and wreaths really bring the spirit of the season alive for our guests this time of year. Want to take a peek behind the scenes to see how the magic is made? “Decorating Disney: Holiday Magic,” hosted by Whoopi Goldberg, will air tonight at 8 p.m. ET., as a part of Freeform’s annual “25 Days of Christmas” programming lineup. With special co-hosts Disney Channel’s “Descendants” star Sofia Carson and “Dancing with the Stars” winner Jordan Fisher, the festive one-hour event will reveal how the holiday magic comes alive at the Disneyland and the Walt Disney World Resorts. “As a longtime friend of Mickey, there’s no place I’d rather spend the holidays than at the Happiest Place on Earth,” Whoopi said. “To see the incredible work that goes into turning the parks into a winter wonderland is truly magical, and I’m so happy to be a part of it.” View the full article