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If you’ve been following along, we’ve been sharing ways to #GetMoreHappy at the Disneyland Resort. Here are the last 20! 81. Wear your Super Hero gear and get a picture with Spider-Man or Captain America. 82. Discover magnificent new sights as you glide along the Rivers of America aboard the iconic Mark Twain Riverboat. 83. Dance with Groot at the Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Dance Off! (Just don’t ask him what the lyrics are.) 84. Get to your destination in style. Take the Red Car Trolley in Disney California Adventure park. 85. An old abominable pal is waiting to say hello inside The Collector’s Fortress. (He may give you a cold shoulder though.) 86. Need a new paint job…or just a new T-shirt? Visit Ramone’s House of Body Art for some new racing stripes. 87. Visit The Collector’s Warehouse for all your cosmic keepsakes. 88. Climb to the tallest heights as you explore Tarzan’s Treehouse. (Unlike Tarzan, shirt and shoes must be worn.) 89. Wakanda forever! Meet the Black Panther himself along with his fearless protectors, the Dora Milaje. 90. Make a landing over at Smokejumpers Grill for a hearty meal. (Plus, take a look at all the artifacts scattered about and you might discover a few surprises.) 91. Go for the full mix and experience every song on Guardians of the Galaxy—Mission: BREAKOUT! 92. This rideshare is one you won’t soon forget as you make your way through Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin. 93. Read all about it and be all about the Red Car Trolley News Boys. 94. Listen closely when in Tivan’s gardens. You may hear some familiar sounds. 95. Vyloos are curious creatures. Wave hello to them as you await your tour of the Tivan collection. 96. Get a taste of California at The Bakery Tour at Pacific Wharf. 97. Read the front page of the Daily Bugle at Heroic Encounter: Spider-Man. (A famous Avenger made the front page.) 98. Which hat fits you best? Go mad with all the choices at The Mad Hatter shop in Fantasyland. 99. Get swept up in the music at Silly Symphony Swings. (The tunes will make you feel like you can soar.) 100. It may be just a figment of our imagination, but we think we spotted a small dragon in the entry to The Collector’s Fortress. There you have it! How do you #GetMoreHappy at the Disneyland Resort? View the full article

One of my son’s favorite attractions at Magic Kingdom Park is Tomorrowland Speedway. He loves waiting in line and watching the cars line up, wondering which color car we’ll get. He also loves to laugh at how bad I am at steering these adorable little cars, especially when I get distracted by that terrific view of Space Mountain. How well do you know Tomorrowland Speedway? Put your knowledge to the test below! .quiz-container#wp-quiz-177738{ background-color:#f0f8fb; color:#565656; border-color:#dce4e7; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-177738 .quiz-section h1{ color:#8bb428; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-177738 .quiz-title{ color:#10628b; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-177738 .quiz-header-image{ text-align:right; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-177738 .quiz-section{ border-color:#ffffff; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-177738 .quiz-details, .quiz-container#wp-quiz-177738 .quiz-results, .quiz-container#wp-quiz-177738 .quiz-embed{ border-color:#dce4e7; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-177738 .quiz-result{ background-color:#dce4e7; } Tomorrowland Speedway at Magic Kingdom Park What's the max speed you can reach on the Tomorrowland Speedway? 7 miles per hour 10 miles per hour 14 miles per hour How long is the track of the Tomorrowland Speedway? 0.2 miles long 0.4 miles long 0.6 miles long How many race lanes are there? 4 6 8 Which famous speedway was the Tomorrowland Speedway modeled after? Daytona International Speedway Charlotte Motor Speedway Indiana Motor Speedway Embed Quiz on Your Website Embed Code <div class="wp-quiz" data-quiz-id="177738" data-site-url="https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog"></div> <script type="text/javascript" src="https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/wp-content/plugins/wp-quizzes/js/embed.js"></script>Copy and paste above embed code where you would like the quiz to appear on your website. View the full article

Welcome to the worlds of Tomorrow, Yesterday, and Fantasy — Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! We’re bringing you What’s New in the ol’ MK — from Spring Break week, y’all! Welcome to the Magic Kingdom! Did we mention it was Spring Break week? Main Street, U.S.A., knows! Main Street, U.S.A. is hoppin’ for Spring Break! And here’s the line for Space Mountain. All the way to Auntie Gravity’s. Because Spring Break Week. Space Mountain line is l-o-n-g. But let’s see What’s New, shall we? Prepare yourself for many menu updates, one must-have merchandise item, and a Purple Wall refresh! Magic Kingdom Menus and Eats Main Street Bakery (i.e. Magic Kingdom’s Starbucks location!) has a nifty solution for coffee lovers on busy days: a Brewed Coffee Only Line! Main Street Bakery Brewed Coffee Only Line This line is at the front of the store and has a dedicated register and cast members for guests who need their brewed coffee (available in every size). Cast Members for Brewed Coffee Only Line The Brewed Coffee Only Line should reduce wait times for those looking for simple brewed coffee and therefore reduce the size of the rest of the line. Here’s hoping! Cast Members for Brewed Coffee Only Line Moving down Main Street, Casey’s Corner has a new Hot Diggity Dog of the Month: Cuban! This is Casey’s signature all-beef hot dog topped with Mojo-marinated pulled pork, dill pickles, swiss cheese, and yellow mustard. Sounds delicious to us! Casey’s Hot Diggity Dog of the Month is the Cuban! Hanging a right into Tomorrowland, the Sno Cone Cart is back in operation, just in time for the spring and summer temperatures! You can grab a frozen treat here as well as almonds and popcorn! Tomorrowland Sno Cone Cart is back! At Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe, the menu has seen several changes. Chocolate Cake, a side of Green Beans (NOOOOO!!!!!), the Barbecued Pork Bacon Cheeseburger, the Barbecued Pork Sandwich, the Falafel Burger, and the 1/2 Rotisserie Chicken have been removed. Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe Menu A Pulled Pork Platter, 6-Piece Chicken Nugget Meal, and that Sonny Eclipse Dessert (see our review here!) have been added. These changes seem a little imbalanced to us — and we know lots of you will miss the Rotisserie Chicken and Falafel Burger! I, personally, will dearly miss the green beans (they were SO GOOD!). Here’s hoping those guest favorites make it back on the menu after Spring Break. Cosmic Rays Starlight Cafe Menu Here’s that cute Sonny Eclipse Dessert! Sonny Eclipse Dessert The Cooling Station has added an All-Beef Hot Dog with Chips to its small menu, making it a convenient spot to grab a bite on the way to your next ride line! Cooling Station has All-Beef Hot Dog Pinocchio Village Haus‘ menu has seen a little shake up. The Caesar Salad entree, the Caprese Salad side, and Chocolate Cake are gone. The Caesar as a side has also been removed. Options for sides now include a new Antipasto Side Salad or a Regular Side Salad (romaine, onions, balsamic vinaigrette). They’ve also added an Antipasto Salad entree and an Italian Cream Cake dessert. Pinocchio Village Haus Menu The Italian Cream Cake is terrific! Italian Cream Cake at Pinocchio Village House At Gaston’s Tavern, the Rose Cupcake has been removed from the menu. Gaston’s Tavern Menu Enchanted Rose Cupcake Guests can still get a Trio of Macarons, a Warm Cinnamon Roll, and a Chocolate Croissant to curb their sweet cravings here. Gaston’s Tavern Menu Cheshire Cafe has added a Ham and Cheese Pretzel. We’d previously seen this at The Lunching Pad and a couple of other places. Cheshire Cat Menu Ham and Cheese Stuffed Pretzel And don’t forget you can grab one of our favorite snacks at Cheshire Cafe: the Cheshire Cat Tail! Cheshire Cat Tail Over in Frontierland the Liberty Square Turkey Leg Cart is open again! Liberty Square Turkey Leg Cart Turkey Leg Cart Menu Columbia Harbour House has made even more changes to the menu! The beloved Anchors Aweigh Sandwich is still here — but it’s going by “Tuna Sandwich” now. Meanwhile, the Build Your Own Combination Platter, Shrimp Macaroni and Cheese, Broccoli Peppercorn Salad, Steamed Fresh Vegetable side, Blueberry Cobbler, and Monin Flavored Syrups are all gone! New items include a Fried Shrimp and Fish Plate, a Chicken Breast Nuggets and Fish Plate, a Chicken Breast Nuggets entree (used to be one of the Build Your Own Combination Platter options), a Shrimp Wedge Salad, a Macaroni and Cheese side, and Peach Cobbler. Also of note: the By Land and Sea Plates used to come with a choice of sides; now they come standard with Corn on the Cob and Fries. Columbia Harbor House Columbia Harbor House Menu Tortuga Tavern has added Pepper Jack Pretzels to its limited menu. Tortuga Tavern Menu Pepper Jack Pretzel And The Lion King Treats line of snacks now has Gummi Animals. The Lion King Gummi Animals The Lion King Treats Gummi Animals Magic Kingdom Merchandise In case you missed it in all of our social media, Millennial Pink Minnie Ears are available at the Magic Kingdom! This is a sweet color for spring! Millennial Pink Minnie Ears And speaking of trendy merch, guests will find this small display of millennial-friendly finds near the famous Purple Wall! Purple Wall Area Merchandise Cart And speaking of the Purple Wall, it’s getting a little makeover! Purple Wall Reno! Try to contain your excitement/outrage! What’s your favorite What’s New in the Magic Kingdom this week? Let us know in the comments — and we’ll keep bringing you all that’s new in the World! Don’t forget to join the DFB Newsletter to be kept up to date on EVERYTHING in the Disney Parks! It’s 100% free! Click here to join! 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With the Rose Gold Minnie Ears trend slowly slipping into our rearview (very, very slowly because we still love you, Rose Gold Unicorn Cupcake!), you knew it was only a matter of time before a new color trend emerged to fill the void. And that color, our Disney food loving friends, is Millennial Pink. We showed you the sweetly colored ears on DFB’s Instagram recently (where we gave away a couple pair!), and we still can not get enough of that puffy bow. Millennial Pink Minnie Ears But we knew — we allllll knew — Millennial Pink was about to get its hurrah as a Disney food. And now, thanks to the Disney Springs Instagram account, we know where to pick up two chocolate incarnations of this spring color! Head to The Ganachery where you can pick up two sweet Millennial Pink treats! The first treat is seriously impressive! They’re Millennial Pink Chocolate Ears, and they are so smooth… . The Ganachery Millennial Pink Chocolate Ears The second treat — a Pink-Berry Ganache Square — is a perfect little square of gourmet chocolate joy. The Ganchery Pink-Berry Ganache Square We love the pressed pink chocolate on the top, which reminds us of old timey wax seals. The Ganachery Pink-Berry Ganache Square Yup, it’s time to head to Disney Springs, people! Want to revisit the original Rose Gold Cupcake from Sunshine Seasons at Epcot? See the treat that started it all here! What do you think will be the next big color trend at Walt Disney World and Disneyland? Let us know 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: Rose Gold + Unicorn + Cupcake = The Ultimate Millennial Snack in Disney World Fun Find: Star Wars Dark Chocolate Bar at The Ganachery in Disney Springs Rose Gold Macarons Debut at Disneyland View the full article

As the popular Disney saying goes, “It all started with a mouse!” But for Instagrammers, the #DisneyWall trend all started with a wall – a purple wall to be exact, that sits to the right of the entrance into Tomorrowland. So many guests found the purple pigment of this wall to make an ideal Instagram background that the wall quickly earned its own hashtag – #purplewall – and became a sought-after photo stop for guests visiting the park. We’re happy to share today a first look at the “new” purple wall, which recently was enhanced with an updated purple color scheme. Get those apps ready! See the posts below for more on #DisneyWalls around Disney Parks: 9 ‘Walls’ Disney Parks Super Fans Deem Instagram Worthy Purple Wall-Inspired Design Among New MagicBands Available in March View the full article

One day is never enough to celebrate the moms in our lives. Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa celebrates moms for the whole month of May during Mahalo Mama Month. It’s our way to say “mahalo” – or thank you – to moms staying at Aulani! Here are a few ways to say mahalo to your mom: Get pampered at Laniwai Spa. Aulani Resort’s award-winning spa offers a special rejuvenating Mahalo Mama Spa Package, which includes a Lomilomi Massage (25 Minutes), Cinderella Facial (25 Minutes) and Yummy Mummy Organic Pedicure (50 Minutes). Prior to her treatments, she can spend time in the Kula Wai—the spa’s tranquil outdoor hydrotherapy garden—to unwind and relax. Mom will be glowing from head to toe! Wake up to breakfast in bed. Treat mom to a scrumptious breakfast brought right to her bedside. Aulani’s in-room dining chefs have created a special menu item: Hawaiian-style French Toast stuffed with chocolate and strawberries, topped with warm strawberry compote and whipped cream! Enjoy ‘ohana time. Every Sunday in May, create a Lei Poʻo (Head lei) and learn the art of Hula with mom at the Pau Hana Community Hall. Afterwards, head to Rainbow Reef, Aulani Resort’s private snorkel lagoon, and swim among the more than 1,000 tropical fish. Mom will get a 10 percent discount in May (either one day or length of stay access). Cherish Hawaiian vacation memories. While you are enjoying your time at Aulani Resort, be sure to capture those special memories on camera. Our team of Disney PhotoPass cast members are available throughout the resort and as a special offer in May, guests will receive 15% off Family Portrait Sessions! And over at the Pau Hana Community Hall, you can decorate photo frames and other mementos during arts and crafts time. Mom will love these one-of-a-kind keepsakes! How will you say mahalo to the moms in your life? View the full article

You are headed to the most magical place on earth. Resort reservations are made. Dining reservations are made, and every FastPass+ is secured. But what in the world should you pack? The Disney Parks Moms Panelists have been there and done that, and they have some great packing tips for your next Disney vacation. “I only pack 4-days worth of outfits for our family’s week-long Walt Disney World Resort vacations,” Ashley explained. “Mid-week, I use the laundry facilities at our resort hotel to get everyone’s laundry done, so those outfits can be worn again at the end of the week. The best part? The laundry room sends me a text when my laundry is finished, so I can be relaxing by the pool instead of waiting by a washing machine!” Don’t want to do laundry while on vacation? Then take the tip that several of our moms suggested, bring a pop-up laundry hamper or mesh laundry bag. “Bring a mesh laundry bag!” said Jacqui. “It’s such a hassle to keep dirty laundry tidy on vacation, much less have to determine what’s been worn and what hasn’t been when you’re all getting ready for the day. The easy to pack mesh bag keeps all the dirty clothes tidy. At the end of the trip, just toss the bag in your checked luggage!” Florida is known for warm temperatures and the occasional afternoon shower – which is why our panelists, including Lindsey P. – can’t stress the importance of sunscreen and rain gear enough. “Don’t forget to pack those ponchos! Clear, reusable Mickey Mouse ponchos can roll up into a backpack, pulling out handily when a Florida popup shower rains overhead. The ponchos can also double as a protector from the mighty waters of Splash Mountain so you can go about your day in dry shorts. You can pick new ponchos up at any merchandise register and use them all summer long!” And don’t forget the Ziploc bags, one of the most popular tips from our panelists! “If you’re traveling with little ones, bring a box of gallon-size zipper lock bags. They are great for packing diapers, underwear, and toiletries, but they are also awesome to have with you during your trip! You can use them to bring snacks with you during your theme park day and to hold wet swimsuits after a trip to the pool or water park,” Crystal explained. Other top tips included portable cell phone chargers, coordinating t-shirts, your favorite Mickey ears, hand wipes and even pennies and quarters to be pressed! For more great tips and suggestions on planning your next Disney vacation, be sure to visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for a personalized response from our knowledgeable panel. View the full article

OK, the rose gold ears were a thing…and the beauty and the beast cup. But I’m pretty sure the cutest thing I’ve seen come around recently is this Toy Story Aliens Claw Cup! Toy Story Aliens Claw Cup It’s currently available in Disneyland and Disney California Adventure as part of Pixar Fest (it’s been spotted at the Emporium in Disneyland and at Five and Dime in Disney California Adventure, and it will soon be available in Disney World at Toy Story Land where it will be filled with specialty beverages at Woody’s LunchBox — see the full menu here! Thanks to @JollyPoppins7 for letting us use these super cute pics! Check out our instagram account @DisneyFoodBlog for a video! Click here to see Pixar Fest FOOD in Disneyland! And click here to see EVERYTHING You Need to Know About Toy Story Land in Disney World! 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: Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port to Become Alien Pizza Planet for Disneyland’s Pixar Fest Breaking! NEW Dining Spots Coming to Disneyland’s Pixar Pier; PLUS Pixar Fest Food Sneak Peek… Exclusive Popcorn Bucket for Disneyland Annual Passholders LANDING at Pixar Fest View the full article

With Pixar Fest kicking off April 13, now is the perfect time for SoCal residents to visit the Disneyland Resort. The Southern California resident ticket offer makes it easy to experience the parks with 3-day, 1-park per day tickets for only $67 a day and 2-day, 1-park per day tickets for just $80 a day. Southern California residents may purchase tickets at www.Disneyland.com/SoCal and at Disneyland Resort ticket booths.* Pixar Fest will be the first-ever Pixar celebration to come to Disney Parks, bringing guests together to celebrate friendship and beyond! In Disneyland park, an all-new fireworks spectacular will take guests on an emotional journey through Pixar stories, as they illuminate the skies and streets in “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular.” Beloved Pixar friends will roll down Main Street, U.S.A. in the popular Pixar Play Parade, which will also feature three new parade story elements. The electric “Paint the Night” parade will return, making its Disney California Adventure park debut with brilliant lights and catchy tunes. Pixar Fest will also feature many limited-time experiences throughout the Disneyland Resort, including live entertainment, delicious treats, themed merchandise and more! This special ticket offer ends and SoCal resident tickets expire on May 24, so be among the first guests to celebrate Pixar Fest! *SoCal Resident Ticket Offer: Valid on 2-Day and 3-Day Disneyland Resort Theme Park tickets, and savings based on non-discounted price for the same ticket at the Disneyland Resort Main Entrance ticket booths. Valid only for Southern California residents within ZIP codes 90000-93599 and Northern Baja California residents within ZIP codes 21000-22999; valid government-issued photo ID with an eligible address is required for purchase and admission. Tickets expire May 24, 2018 and each day of use constitutes one full day of use. May purchase up to 5 tickets per person per day with valid ID. Tickets may not be sold or transferred for commercial use and exclude activities/events separately priced. Offer may not be combined with other ticket discounts or promotions. Subject to capacity, restrictions and change without notice. View the full article

It’s a new week! So we’re back with another DFB Video today featuring a brand new topic: Disney World Bathrooms! Restroom sign at AbracadaBar If you’ve been tuning in to our DFB YouTube Channel for any length of time, then you know one of our top goals is to provide you with the most valuable information for your Disney vacation. So, you may be wondering how a video about Disney World restrooms provides valuable info? Because we’re sharing the least crowded bathrooms in Disney World to save you TIME during your trip! After all, you’ve got FastPasses lined up for your favorite attractions, Advance Dining Reservations for your preferred restaurants, and maybe even a Mobile Order or two to pick up somewhere in there! So check out our advice on where to find the least crowded bathrooms — and we’ve even thrown some extra cute ones in there just for fun — with our latest DFB YouTube Video! And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! So check out the video and then let us know: Where is your favorite restroom in Disney World? 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: How to OUTSMART the Crowds in Disney World DFB Video: 11 Things I Miss When I’m Not in Disney World DFB Video: Pros and Cons of Disney World Transportation View the full article

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is introducing a 10-foot-tall way to get into the details of its World of Avatar. The Pandora Utility Suit, a mechanical apparatus guided by a human pilot, will debut at the theme park on April 22. The new brand of street entertainment will inform guests about Pandora’s... View the full article

Just last week, we gave you a little sneak peek… Lunch Box Tarts at Woody’s Lunch Box ©Disney … but now we know what’s going to be tucked inside of Woody’s Lunch Box — the Quick Service location opening along with the rest of Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios on June 30, 2018! Woody’s Lunch Box Concept Art©Disney We’ll be able to visit Andy’s lunch box, which has been turned on its side, propped with a thermos, and transformed into Woody’s Lunch Box soon! This spot — which will be appropriately sized to all of us “toys” visiting Toy Story Land — will serve hot sandwiches, sides, and desserts and specialty drinks. The focus is on classic comfort flavor combos, with a definite twist for more than a few of the items! Let’s have a look! Breakfast at Woody’s Lunch Box The S’more French Toast Breakfast Sandwich will feature chocolate ganache- and marshmallow-stuffed French toast topped with graham cracker crumbles, inspired by the popular campfire treat, of course. S’more French Toast Breakfast Sandwich ©Disney It’s all in the name with the Smoked Turkey, Eggs, Swiss, Peppers, and Onions on Sourdough. Smoked Turkey, Eggs, Swiss, Peppers and Onions on Sourdough ©Disney The Breakfast Bowl will include potato barrels (tots), brisket-country gravy, and scrambled eggs. (And I am ALL IN on this one!) Breakfast Bowl ©Disney Banana Split Yogurt Parfaits offer a lighter option to start a day of adventuring To Infinity… and Beyond!!! Banana Split Yogurt Parfait ©Disney These are made of banana-vanilla Greek yogurt with a bit of honey, fresh bananas, strawberries, and pineapple topped with granola and chocolate chips Lunch and Dinner at Woody’s Lunch Box The BBQ Brisket Melt we spotted the other day is officially confirmed! BBQ Brisket Melt ©Disney Consider this Texas-style smoked brisket with cheddar, Monterey Jack, pickles, and BBQ sauce on garlic butter-grilled sourdough as a nod to Woody. The Monte Cristo with Raspberry Jam pairs the sweetness of the jam with the savory ham, turkey, and Swiss, all grilled up together. (The last time Disney World saw a Monte Cristo on a counter-service menu was many moons ago in Magic Kingdom, so we’re eager to see if this is as much of a crowd pleaser as that one was! Of course nothing will top the Disneyland Monte Cristo!) Monte Cristo with Raspberry Jam ©Disney A fresh option (served cold) will be the Smoked Turkey, Tomato, and Lettuce on Multigrain Bread, topped with a creamy Dijonnaise. Smoked Turkey on Multigrain Bread ©Disney And lunch and dinner will have a bowl of its own… check out the Totchos, featuring potato barrels, corn chips, chili, and cheese (of the plastic variety, no less)!!! Totchos ©Disney Side options will include tomato basil soup, vegetable macaroni salad, and potato barrels. Side options ©Disney And — as the Official Snack Cheese of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney Cruise Line — Mini Babybel snack cheese will also be available to try with your meal or grab as a snack. Kids’ Menu at Woody’s Lunch Box Grilled Cheese or a Turkey Sandwich are options for the kiddos, served with potato barrels and mandarin oranges. Desserts at Woody’s Lunch Box Lunch Box Tarts will be one of the dessert options at Woody’s Lunch Box! Our initial suspicions have been confirmed, that one of the iced tart options will be topped with bacon: it’s the Hazelnut Lunch Box Tart garnished with Icing and Caramelized Bacon. Lunch Box Tarts at Woody’s Lunch Box ©Disney You can also order up the Raspberry Lunch Box Tart garnished with Icing and Dried Fruit and Chocolate. Specialty Drinks and Souvenir Cup at Woody’s Lunch Box The promised Soda Floats will pair ice cream poured over with your choice of a bubbly beverage. Soda Floats ©Disney And the signature Mystic Portal Punch — Powerade Mountain Berry Blast with flavors of lemon-lime and tangerine — will be available with or without the Alien Sipper (or you can fill the sipper with the fountain beverage of your choice). Mystic Portal Punch and Alien Sipper Watch out for THE CLAW!!! Finally, the bigger toys in your group (age 21 and over) can choose from beer, hard cider, and the Grown-Up’s Lemonade cocktail: cherry vodka, Odwalla Lemonade, and black cherry purée. We’ll be keeping an eye out for the full menu with prices, but Disney has confirmed on their website that Woody’s Lunch Box will accept the Disney Dining Plan. Find out everything you need to know about Toy Story Land on our Toy Story Land Facts and Info Page here!! What would you like to round up at Woody’s Lunch Box when it opens this summer? 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: Disney World Toy Story Land Menu Updates! News! Woody’s Lunch Box Quick Service Location Coming to Toy Story Land in Hollywood Studios NEWS!! Toy Story Land Opens on June 30, 2018, in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios! View the full article

A taste of the playful dishes expected at Disney’s Toy Story Land was shared on the Disney Parks Blog today. The new land will open in Disney’s Hollywood Studios on June 30. Characters from the “Toy Story” movies, such as Woody, Buzz and the Green Army Men will be featured throughout the area,... View the full article

Lucasfilm and Disney released a second trailer for "Solo: A Star Wars Story" with more back-and-forth between Chewbacca and Han and more plot revealed. But while the movie is about the origins of Solo, played by Alden Ehrenreich, it’s also got more looks at the Millennium Falcon, with its shiny... View the full article

In the toy-filled backyard that is Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests “shrink” to the size of a toy and explore the world of Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and friends. In the middle of all the fun, Andy has taken his vintage Woody-themed lunch box and propped it open with a thermos, turning it into a walk-up window where his toys can grab a bite to eat. From a nearby tower, green army men stand at the ready, keeping watch for Andy’s return. Opening June 30, Woody’s Lunch Box will dish up all sorts of sandwiches and sides that blend classic flavor combinations with a modern twist, plus nostalgic soda floats and specialty beverages. We caught up with the team at Flavor Lab – the concept development kitchen – to ask how much fun (and challenging) it was to take sentimental food favorites and give them a modern make-over…in flavor and presentation. “Everyone has a special food memory, so it can be tricky putting a modern spin on the favorites,” explained Lenny DeGeorge, Concept Development Culinary Director for Walt Disney World, about the year-long menu development process. “We honored these classic dishes by using the best ingredients to elevate the flavors. How we constructed the sandwiches was important, such as layering the ingredients in a specific order, to maximize textures and flavors. Why have a cold sandwich when you can have a toasted hot, gooey cheese-filled one?” Here is a peek into Woody’s Lunch Box. Gee, I wish my mom would have packed me a lunch like this! S’more French Toast Breakfast Sandwich – Oozy goodness in a chocolate ganache- and marshmallow-stuffed French toast topped with graham cracker crumbles. Inspired by the classic American campfire treat. Smoked Turkey, Eggs, Swiss, Peppers, and Onions on Sourdough – The perfect hand-held stack of breakfast goodness. Breakfast Bowl – The green army men line up for this hearty bowl of potato barrels, brisket-country gravy, and scrambled eggs. BBQ Brisket Melt – With a nod to cowboy Woody, this Texas-style smoked brisket features cheddar, Monterey Jack, pickles, and BBQ sauce on garlic butter-grilled sourdough. Monte Cristo with Raspberry Jam – Woody’s version of this classic sandwich has layers of ham, turkey, Swiss, and raspberry jam…and is grilled to a golden brown. Totchos – Potato barrels, corn chips, chili, and cheese – what’s not to love?? Sides include tomato basil soup, vegetable macaroni salad, and potato barrels. Mini Babybel snack cheese, the official snack cheese of Walt Disney World Resort, is also an option to eat with your meal or as an on-the-go snack. Raspberry Lunch Box Tart garnished with Icing and Dried Fruit and Chocolate-Hazelnut Lunch Box Tart garnished with Icing and Caramelized Bacon – Even toys need a sweet treat! Inspired by breakfast toaster pastries, this modern interpretation, with its uniquely delicate crust, is the perfect hand-held pastry. The littlest toys can enjoy a grilled cheese sandwich or turkey sandwich, both served with potato barrels and mandarin oranges. For toys looking for more lighter options, they can grab one of these tasty bites at Woody’s Lunch Box or check out the many other healthful offerings available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios including fresh fruits and vegetables, salads, and grilled meats and fish. Banana Split Yogurt Parfait – Layers of banana-vanilla Greek yogurt (with a hint of honey), fresh bananas, strawberries, and pineapple topped with granola and chocolate chips. A delicious and healthful way to start the day! Smoked Turkey, Tomato, and Lettuce on Multigrain Bread – This quintessential lunch box sandwich is a light and fresh option. And to give it a kick of flavor, we add a creamy Dijonnaise. Soda Floats – All toys would agree that a refreshing soda float is the perfect nostalgic beverage! The adorable Alien Sipper may be purchased and filled with any fountain drink or the signature Mystic Portal Punch – Powerade Mountain Berry Blast with flavors of lemon-lime and tangerine. The big kids can enjoy the backyard with Grown-Up’s Lemonade cocktail (cherry vodka, Odwalla Lemonade, and black cherry purée), beer, or hard cider. Check out the full menu of lunch box favorites here. See you June 30! View the full article

Our Disney Doodles series explores what a Disney character may do or see first if they had the chance to visit a Disney theme park. Today, artist Ashley Taylor imagines what Cinderella would do if she had the chance to visit Magic Kingdom Park. According to her, Cinderella would be drawn to explore her magical castle, which sits in the center of the park. It would be the perfect place for people watching! “Whenever I see Cinderella Castle, I imagine Cinderella peeking through her windows to watch all of the guests enter Magic Kingdom!” Ashley said. “I’m sure she can’t wait to meet everyone!” View the full article

Are you getting pumped for Pixar Fest?! If so, you’re not the only one getting ready to take on all the Pixar fun coming to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure from April 13th through September 3rd… because Toy Story’s little green aliens are getting in on the celebration, too! Check out this Little Green Alien Popcorn Bucket coming to Pixar Fest… exclusively for Disneyland Annual Passholders! Little Green Alien Popcorn Bucket ©Disney Here’s what’s poppin’! From April 24th through May 24th, Disneyland Annual Passholders will be able to purchase this premium bucket for $20, then refill the bucket for $1 a pop through June 21, 2018. Wanna know where to find it? Here are the Popcorn Carts which will offer the bucket (or refills, where noted) in Disneyland Park: Frontierland (near Mark Twain Riverboat) Main Street, U.S.A. (near City Hall) Main Street, U.S.A. (Central Plaza) New Orleans Square (near Haunted Mansion) Fantasyland (small world promenade) Fantasyland (Fantasyland Theater – refills only) Mickey’s Toontown (near Gadget’s Go Coaster – refills only) Tomorrowland (near Star Trader – refills only after May 3) And here are the participating Popcorn Carts for Disney California Adventure: Buena Vista Street (near Carthay Circle) Grizzly Peak (near Soarin’ Around the World) Hollywood Land (Hyperion Theater – refills only) Be prepared to show your Annual Passport (and have a Photo I.D. ready, just in case). And remember, these are available while supplies last, so you’ll probably want to act fast — especially if you remember the lines for the Oogie Boogie Bucket from last Halloween! Oogie Popcorn Bucket form Halloween 2017 And remember: the SULLEY Premium Popcorn Bucket is on the way, too! Be on the lookout for him when Pixar Fest kicks off on April 13th! Find more Disneyland Food Fun here! Will you be getting in line for a Little Green Men Popcorn Bucket? 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: Breaking! NEW Dining Spots Coming to Disneyland’s Pixar Pier; PLUS Pixar Fest Food Sneak Peek… Dining in Disneyland: Zero Premium Popcorn Bucket and Other Halloween Time Popcorn Souvenirs The Hottest New Disneyland Popcorn Bucket Is Selling Out FAST! View the full article

Why was this not a thing before?? After the Matterhorn Macaroon Donut I figured the Dole Whip wouldn’t be far behind, but it’s taken a while. Still, happy to say…it’s finally here at the Disneyland Donut Cart! Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle This popped up at the Donut Cart, which can be found at the end of Main Street next to Sleeping Beauty Castle, yesterday, and it’s getting super popular! The filled donut has pineapple flavored icing on top, along with a swirl of marshmallow-y meringue. Disneyland’s Dole Whip Donut Inside is pineapple flavored filling with real bits of pineapple. Inside the Dole Whip Donut So this donut is clearly a must-do if you’re a Dole Whip fan. But remember, the donut cart varieties change out regularly — sometimes daily — so you may not find this version there when you are! Disneyland Dole Whip Donut Thanks to @NinaTinkandTaylor for the use of these photos! Love Dole Whip? Don’t Forget to Clicke Here to Check Out the Newest Dole Whip Flavor Coming to Disney California Adventure this Summer! 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: Dole Whip and Dole Whip Floats Now Available at Disneyland Hotel Review: Haunted Mansion Dole Whip Special Occasion Cake at Napa Rose in Disneyland New DFB Video: Tajin Dole Whip Hack in Disneyland View the full article

Happy weekend! Here’s all the Disney food news this week! Baked Mac and Cheese with Shrimp The 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is ON! We have FULL MENUS for the Epcot Flower and Garden FESTIVAL plus Photos of EVERY FOOD ITEM and most beverages! And, the 2018 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival is happening through April 12 — which is next Friday! Click here for the FULL MENUS and ALL the FOOD PHOTOS for the DCA Food and Wine Festival! And it’s time to get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 e-book! Save 25% now with code wdw2018! We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… Disney Food News Two new and nostalgic treats at the Magic Kingdom! Sweet Spells is closing at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We have a menu update for Toy Story Land! Mobile Order is coming to Disneyland Resort! Check out what’s new at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort! Get the details on what alcoholic drinks are included on the Disney Dining Plan. We found the BEST cookie at Disney World – no park ticket required. What are the best hotels for families of 5 or more at Disney World? Check out the newest latte art at Joffrey’s! Disney Cruise Line announces new culinary port adventures in partnership with The Chew! Get the scoop on what’s new at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We found some adorable new Alice in Wonderland tea party merchandise in Epcot’s United Kingdom pavilion. Burger of the Month is coming to The Edison in Disney Springs. New DFB YouTube videos: 11 Things I Miss When I’m Not at Disney World, Hidden Secrets of Disney World Explained, Part 1, and Epcot Food and Wine Festival 101. ! Check out all the latest Disney Food News — even the stuff we don’t mention in posts on the blog! — on our Disney Food News Pin Board, including menu updates, restaurant closures, special events, and more! We’ve got all the latest for you, so check it out before you go. New DFB Video: Hidden Secrets of Disney World Explained, Part 1 Have you subscribed to the DFB YouTube Channel? We’ve got great content going up twice a week showcasing our adventures in Disney World and Disneyland! This week, we’re sharing our latest video – Hidden Secrets of Disney World Explained, Part 1! Check it out — and don’t forget to subscribe here. Deal of the Week: 25% off the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 is here and we’re celebrating the grand launch with 25% off the cover price with promo code WDW2018. What’s in the DFB Guide? The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2018 Edition is full of need-to-know details, tools, and features to make your trip go smoothly, including: A 5-Step Strategy for Disney Dining Planning, covering everything you need to know from budgeting and booking to kids’ meals, dining discounts, and fireworks. An in-depth analysis of the Disney Dining Plan and whether it’s right for YOU. A comprehensive and in-depth look at EVERY Disney World restaurant, kiosk, bar, and lounge, including our personal tips to ensure a positive and stress-free dining experience. Four free, downloadable worksheets for planning your trip. These worksheets are designed to help you execute all the steps of planning the perfect Disney dining experience. And they’re reusable for all of your future trips! Seven sample one-day dining itineraries for a head-start on planning. A comprehensive index of bars and lounges WITH reviews. An often under-appreciated option for both dining and entertainment, the e-Book devotes a whole index to the topic. The ability to be read on your mobile device or computer! It’s fully portable right in your pocket! With over 600 pages of full-color photos, tips on the best restaurants, an ENTIRE chapter on snacks — including the best snack credit values throughout the parks and resorts — and a full break-down of whether the Disney Dining Plan is worth it for your family, now’s the time to get started planning your next Disney World vacation! 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Sample Pages Here’s Just Some Of What We’ve Updated In the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book: Fully updated prices and restaurant info for 2018 visitors Updated details about available discounts and deals at Disney World restaurants DFB’s own 2018 recommendations for everything from table service to counter service to snacks and more Over 600 pages of updated Disney Dining advice, details, and information Disney Dining Plan Analysis – Is it right for your family? Can you really save money? NEW Disney food and restaurant photos Updated reviews of all Disney World restaurants, kiosks, bars, and lounges including all new eateries An updated chapter focused on one of the most popular Disney dining topics: Snacks in the theme parks and resorts A comprehensive section of What’s NEW in Disney Food, including new restaurants, new menus, restaurant closures, and more Updated information about the My Magic+ Planning System that Disney rolled out in 2013, and how it may affect your 2018 Disney plans Changes coming to Disney World in 2018 and 2019! As you can see, this is a labor of love and we put a ton of time and effort (and research) into ensuring that we are sharing with you the most relevant, up to date Disney Food Information that’s available. We do this so that you can plan your own Disney visit with confidence, and have the trip of a lifetime, every time. And right now you can save 25% off the cover price with promo code WDW2018! DFB Reader Finds If you find a fun new food — or other edible awesomeness — in or around Disney, share a photo with us on facebook or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds each Sunday. Earlier this year we told you about the new Poutine at Refreshment Port at Epcot – fries topped with Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup and Cheese Curds. Our pals at World of Motion had a chance to enjoy the dish recently and said AJ made them do it! ;-D HA! You need to order this now! Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen is one of our favorite spots at Disney World. Our friend Amy Rhodes had a chance to dine there recently and declared the “deviled eggs were the STAR!” So much great food! Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share your photos with us! On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared the must-have and all-new Disney Eats Kitchen Collection! WDW for Grownups shared some of their must-have Magic Kingdom snacks. Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe from Florida Fresh at the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival. Disney Family shared a recipe for an adorable Stitch Cheesecake! Have a great week! We’ll see you back here tomorrow with another great Disney food review! 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: Disney Food News This Week: April 1, 2018 Disney Food News This Week: March 25, 2018 Disney Food News This Week: March 18, 2018 View the full article

This week, Disney Parks Blog readers were among the first to learn about our newest My Disney Experience app feature: a digital key! Coming soon to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, a new feature in the My Disney Experience app will allow you to quickly unlock your hotel room using a digital key on your mobile device. This complimentary feature will become available later this month at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, including the Boulder Ridge Villas and Copper Creek Villas & Cabins, and is expected to expand to other Disney Resort hotels in the coming months. Check out our original New Digital Key Feature story to learn more about how it works. We also shared a quick look at how guests are uniting with Black Panther at Disney California Adventure park. Guests of all ages have been inspired by T’Challa, also known as Black Panther, the heir to the Wakandan throne. Meet Black Panther — accompanied by his Royal Guards, the Dora Milaje — for a limited time in the Hollywood Backlot area at Disney California Adventure park. And visit our original Black Panther at Disney California Adventure park story for more. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. Foodie Favorites from Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival – If you haven’t been to the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival at the Disneyland Resort yet, you must come out and experience it! This year’s festival has been the tastiest yet – celebrating the best food, wine and craft beers that California has to offer. Disney Cruise Line Unveils Culinary Port Adventures Approved by ‘The Chew’ – We’re excited to share with you today the new fun we’ve cooked up for your Disney cruise. We’ve partnered with ABC’s “The Chew” to bring you unique, food-and-beverage-themed Port Adventures that celebrate the stories, cultures and flavors of the places you’ll visit. Celebrate The Release of ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ at Star Wars: Galactic Nights on May 27 – Are you as excited as I am to see “Solo: A Star Wars Story” when it hits theaters May 25? Here at Disney Parks, there’s no better way to celebrate the release of the film than to follow up a showing by attending the Star Wars: Galactic Nights special event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 27. Festival of Pirates and Princesses Begins at Disneyland Paris – Mischief and magic is afoot at Disneyland Paris! As part of the 25th Anniversary celebration, guests can now create their very own adventure story and participate in an exciting show unlike anything before at the resort. Mobile Ordering Service Coming Soon to Disneyland Resort – A new mobile ordering service will soon be available at the Disneyland Resort! Mobile ordering is just one more option for guests to further customize their Disney vacations, allowing them to conveniently place orders at select fast casual and quick-service restaurant locations using the Disneyland App from anywhere across the resort. Vote for Your Favorite Cast Member-Created Recycled Art Project at the Disneyland Resort – To celebrate Earth Month, Disneyland Resort cast members have created original works of art from recyclable items found in their work areas during the third annual Environmentality Art Challenge. The top ten finalists are featured here on the Disney Parks Blog, and in-person at the Disneyland Resort, for you to vote for your favorite! View the full article

Hey, there! We’re back with another DFB Video today… it’s time for Epcot Food and Wine Festival 101, my friends! The Epcot International Food and Wine Festival You may be surprised about all there is to know about the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival! It’s much more than the Food Booths scattered all around the park providing extra food and drink options for Epcot guests (though we love those, too!). If you’ve never been to the Food and Wine Festival (or even if you have!) you may not know about all the extra Epcot happenings from Special Events to Culinary and Beverage Seminars and Demonstrations, to the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, and much, MUCH more! So join us in our first in a series of videos all about our favorite event of the year: the Epcot Food and Wine Festival! 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: Are you planning to attend the Epcot Food and Wine Festival this year? 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! The Best of the Epcot Food and Wine Festival Now on the DFB YouTube Channel! New Video: Our Top Tips for the Epcot Food and Wine Festival! New Video: The Epcot Food and Wine Festival Best of the Fest! View the full article

We’re always on the look out for new sweet treats in the Walt Disney World parks — and this time, we’ve found two tasty winners in the Magic Kingdom! The best part is, if you’re a long-time Disney fan or Disney WORLD fan, these might even pull at your heartstrings a little bit! First up, Pinocchio Village Haus is putting the sweet in sweet treat with Italian Cream Cake. Pinocchio Village Haus This cake is layers of cake and Italian cream with a white chocolate Jiminy Cricket on top! He’s seriously one of my favorites and I love that he’s getting his own dessert here! Italian Cream at Pinocchio Village Haus The Italian Cream Cake comes in a handy dessert cup, easy to carry around or to eat while in the queue for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train! Italian Cream Cake The cake itself is a white cake with nuts and a few chocolate chips dispersed throughout. Layers of the Italian Cream Cake Jiminy is white chocolate and adds whimsy to the simple-looking dessert. Jiminy Cricket! The Italian Cream is super sweet (and there’s lots of it!), so even with the simple cake, this treat is very sweet — like you might want to consider sharing it because it’s a little much for one person. There’s some nice texture on top with a little shaved coconut. Italian Cream Seriously, this is goooooood! We love the lightness of the cream (despite its almost shocking sweetness), and the cake is awesome. For those who don’t care for coconut, there’s just that little bit on top, so this might still work for you! And at $4.79 (or a DDP snack credit), it’s a decent price (particularly if you share!). Perfect bite of Italian Cream Cake If you prefer sweet treats of a chocolate persuasion, scoot over to Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe for a Sonny Eclipse-worthy dessert! Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe The Sonny Eclipse Dessert is a chocolate lovers dream! From top to bottom, it’s really well done! Sonny Eclipse Dessert Sonny is featured on a piece of dried fondant… and he’s not very good. This pretty much tastes like paper, so we say discard Sonny before digging in. There’s Sonny! But once you get past that little snafoo, the cake is cookies and cream cheesecake atop a chocolate cookie crust. The cake isn’t all that cheesecake-y, so don’t shy away if you aren’t into cheesecake. Sonny Eclipse Dessert The layer of chocolate on top (and those blue “galaxy sprinkles”) add a little extra sweetness to Sonny’s dessert. And that cross-section? We need this in our lives today. Sonny Eclips Dessert Interior Sonny will run you $5.99 (or a snack credit), and for those looking for a chocolate treat, it’s worth the price. (And it’s a good value on the DDP!) Ready for MORE Disney Snacks?! Don’t Miss Out on the ALL the Best Snacks Walt Disney World Has to Offer! Get four awesome e-Books FULL of Disney park dining advice, bundled for 30% off the already discounted price! Yep, we’ve scoured the parks to find any and all snack choices — from the mundane to the spectacular — and we tell you all about them (with full-color pictures!) in our snack guides! These are updated every year, so you know your guide will be perfect for your upcoming trip, and they’re bundled with our DFB Guide to WDW Dining! This money-saving bundle includes all of the following: The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks The DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks All four are being sold together — for 30% off the already hugely discounted bundle price. Use code BUNDLE18 at check out to get the discount. It’s a $63 value for under $30!! With this Bundle of e-books you’ll have everything you need at your fingertips to plan the best Disney World vacation ever. And with our handy e-book format, you can download the Guides to all of your electronic devices and take them with you wherever you go! And with our 100% money-back guarantee, what do you have to lose? What’s your sweet treat attack at the Disney Parks? Do you save your cravings for meal time or grab something good to go? Tell us 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: Review: Fall-riffic Pumpkin Cupcake at the Magic Kingdom! Check Out These St. Patrick’s Day Treats in Disney Springs! Cookie Sundae is BACK…but, Different…at Storybook Treats in Disney World View the full article

As we shared yesterday, a Pandora Conservation Initiative (PCI) pilot recently demonstrated the Pandora Utility Suit that will soon be used to study the wildlife, collect plant samples, and survive Pandora’s terrain. This amazing Utility Suit was created in partnership between Lightstorm Entertainment, Disney Parks Live Entertainment, Michael Curry Studios and Walt Disney Imagineering. Check out the video above as Tony Giordano, Robert King and Laura Offerdahl from Disney Parks Live Entertainment take you behind the scenes as this amazing suit comes to life. You can encounter the Utility Suit pilot in Pandora – The World of Avatar starting April 22. Be sure to check the Times Guide or the My Disney Experience App the day of your visit for the latest information. View the full article

Last week, we shared the story of of Leota Toombs Thomas, as one of the many legendary women who have helped shape the Disneyland Resort. Today, we’re sharing the story of designer and artist Mary Blair. Read the story below, which originally ran in the Disneyland Resort Line, a magazine published exclusively for Disneyland Resort cast members. After bringing her talents to films like “Cinderella,” “Alice in Wonderland,” and “Peter Pan,” Walt Disney asked artist Mary Blair to develop the environment of “it’s a small world,” a new attraction heading to the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair — with less than a year to spare. Luckily, the playful project was perfect for Mary; her creative expression led to one of Disney’s most colorful and charming attractions. The universal appeal of “it’s a small world,” and the whimsical flair of Mary Blair can be seen in interpretations of the iconic attraction at Magic Kingdom Park in Florida, Disneyland Paris, Hong Kong Disneyland and Tokyo Disneyland. Then, Mary took on Tomorrowland with two larger-than-life murals. The ceramic tile artwork, much like “it’s a small world,” evoked an optimistic look towards the future, with children of the world coming together to dance and make music. Mary’s cheery designs continue to inspire Disney artists today, including Disney artist and historian Stacia Martin. “I’d say inspire and intimidate,” jokes Stacia, who got her start nearly 40 years ago in the original Disneyana shop and has gone on to write and illustrate books. “Mary Blair went to Walt Disney Imagineering and made such a big difference by extrapolating her film work experience. … She was the first one to take her own work from blank sheet of paper all the way up to model to finished environment.” And while Stacia never got to meet Mary, who passed away in 1978, Stacia takes pride in knowing how much joy Mary got from her work — and how much joy it has brought to the world. “I certainly hope that whatever I do will continue to bring me joy and will give whoever it is that’s on the viewing or listening end of what I do, some measure of happiness as well.” View the full article

Did you catch a glimpse of this mysterious video we shared moments ago across our Disney Parks social channels? Shot in the breathtaking Valley of Mo’ara – amid the moon’s floating mountains, waterfalls and native flora – it looks like something new has emerged on Pandora. Tune in to the Disney Parks Blog tomorrow, Saturday, April 7, for a behind-the-scenes look at what’s coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom in time for the park’s 20th anniversary on April 22, 2018. View the full article