Disney4me

This week we shared a bevy of photos from Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. At each event, runners showed off their Disney spirit with costumes and other specially made outfits. Some even appeared in couple or group costumes! Check out the images above. For more, don’t forget to visit Aubrey Hang’s original post. View the full article

It’s Friday, and that can mean only ONE thing: Happy Hour! And for today’s installment of our DFB YouTube Video Series, we’re coming to you from Cove Bar in Disney California Adventure! Welcome back to Cove Bar! Earlier this week, we started you off with a Mocktail Crawl around Walt Disney World. But today, we’re checking out some of the drinks featured on the Cove Bar’s Secret Menu…which are TOTALLY NOT MOCKTAILS. Just FYI. Whaaaaaaa?!? Yup. There’s a whole world of drinks out there to discover at Cove Bar, and you have to be in the know to get them! So check out our video to learn all about special beverages like the Fun Wheel and Neverland Tea! It’s just one of our MANY DFB YouTube Videos! Not a subscriber yet? Don’t delay! Click the button below to subscribe to our DFB YouTube Channel, and you’ll be notified every time we share a new adventure with you! But now, I really want to hear from all of you out there! What’s Secret Menu Drink are you most looking forward to trying at Cove Bar? Leave a comment and tell us which tempts you the most! 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: #OnTheList: The Secret Drink Menu and MORE at Cove Bar in Disney California Adventure News: Expansion In the Works for Disney California Adventure’s Cove Bar Dining in Disneyland Review: The New Cove Bar Expansion in Disney California Adventure View the full article

There is so much to SEE, HEAR, and TASTE at the brand new Festival of the Arts in Epcot! This celebration of the Arts — with a focus on the disciplines of Culinary, Visual, and Performing Arts — is currently up and running on Fridays through Mondays from now until February 20th. So that gives you six weekends to SEE works of art on display at exhibits and galleries featuring works by Disney artists, HEAR live music performed by local high schools and universities as well as Broadway talent, and TASTE dishes and drinks at the Festival’s Food Studios! Mary Blair White Chocolate Art Painting with Chocolate Easel In truth, that just scratches the surface, so you can read more about the happenings for the Visual and Performing Arts aspects (along with a few more offerings for the the Culinary Arts) at our Festival of the Arts Page. But if, like us, you’re a little more interested in the Festival’s eight Food Studios (similar to Marketplace Booths at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival), we’ve got great news! We’ve been eating around the Festival all day today, and… You can visit our Festival of the Arts Page for pictures of every food item, PLUS prices and menus! Woo-hoo!! OK, there’s so much to share, and we’ll be back very soon with our BEST OF THE FEST post. But for now, head on over to the booth pages and peruse the goodies. We LOVED this festival and can’t wait to share our favorites with you! Deconstructed Purple Sweet Potato Pie So be sure to head on over and check out the pics! They’re so pretty! ;-D Are you excited to hear more about the Inaugural Epcot Festival of the Arts? Stay tuned, and let us know what you want to hear about most 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: News: Epcot Festival of the Arts (with food, of course!) Coming in January and February 2017 First Look: Food Photos From the Epcot International Festival of the Arts News: Dining Packages and Workshops at Epcot International Festival of the Arts View the full article

Walt Disney Co. Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger's compensation dipped in 2016. Iger made $43.9 million last year. In 2015 he made $44.9 million. Disney reported the numbers Friday in documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Disney said Iger's pay declined because company growth... View the full article

Walt Disney World chefs are showing off their own craft at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts. The festival will take over the theme park with performing, visual and culinary arts Fridays through Mondays until Feb. 20. At a media event Jan. 13, Epcot’s executive chef Mike Deardorff... View the full article

Disney Parks Blog readers know that one of the perks of being a Disney cast member is participating in unique experiences. Recently, the Diversity Resource Group PRIDE (People Respecting Individual Diversities in Everyone) hosted a panel discussion with Dustin Lance Black, the creator and executive producer of the ABC Television miniseries “When We Rise,” which chronicles the real-life struggles, setbacks and triumphs of the men and women who pioneered the LGBT U.S. civil rights movement. Participants also got a sneak peek of the premiere of the miniseries. “I thought, if ever there was an opportunity to bring the stories of my LGBT family to my other family, I only wanted to do it on that network we trusted – ABC, part of the Disney family,” Lance said. “To be able to bring the story of my LGBT family to the ultimate destination for families is a dream come true for me. In the end, we have this common language of family, no matter the color of your skin or the God you pray to or who you love.” Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is known for actively fostering a community that sincerely welcomes, values and appreciates everyone. “The Disneyland Resort has a long history of supporting the LGBT community and equal rights for everyone,” said Patrick Reynolds, PRIDE co-chair. “We were so excited to partner with ABC to be able to have this conversation with Lance and the cast at the Resort.” Diversity Resource Groups are an influential part of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. Groups are often consulted on participation in the local community and resort offerings. Members of COMPASS, for example, which builds Asian and Pacific Islander cultural awareness, provided developmental input to the upcoming Lunar New Year celebration at Disney California Adventure park. View the full article

Walt Disney World is pulling the plug on its pricey private cabanas in the Magic Kingdom. The cabanas introduced in November will no longer be available after Feb. 17. Disney originally rented out the upscale shaded structures near Space Mountain for almost $700. The price later dropped to $500.... View the full article

Walt Disney World is pulling the plug on its pricey private cabanas in the Magic Kingdom. The cabanas introduced in November will no longer be available after Feb. 17. Disney originally rented out the upscale shaded structures near Space Mountain for almost $700. The price later dropped to $500.... View the full article

We eat first with our eyes, and the new Epcot International Festival of the Arts takes that idea to new heights in Food Studios along World Showcase Promenade, where Epcot chefs are having fun with food every weekend (Friday through Monday) through Feb. 20. As you stroll around the lagoon, eight Food Studios with dozens of dishes and beverages showcase an artful approach to eating – from seared red snapper with braised ratatouille and lemon-thyme beurre blanc at “Cuisine Classique” to the playful Pop’t Art, a modern-designed sugar cookie with chocolate hazelnut filling at “Pop Eats.” These cookies are almost so pretty that you don’t want to eat them – but the sweet sugar glaze with the chocolate hazelnut is an irresistible combination. Pop’t Art Makes 6 SUGAR COOKIE 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup butter 1 egg white 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted 1/8 teaspoon salt TOPPING 6 tablespoons chocolate-hazelnut spread GLAZE 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar 3-4 tablespoons milk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Food coloring FOR SUGAR COOKIE: Cream sugar and butter in bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment until fluffy. Add egg white and beat for 1 minute. Slowly add sifted flour and salt and beat at medium speed until a soft dough forms. Cover bowl and chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment or silicone baking mat. Roll dough into a 1/4-inch thick rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Cut into six, 3×5-inch rectangles. Place cookies on prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, until golden brown. Remove from oven and cool for 30 minutes. FOR TOPPING: Spread 1 tablespoon of chocolate-hazelnut spread on each cookie, leaving a border of about 1/8 inch around the edges of each cookie. Set aside. FOR GLAZE: Whisk powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons of the milk, and the vanilla extract in a pie plate until smooth. Add additional milk if the glaze is too thick. Set aside 2 tablespoons of glaze in a small bowl. Dip each cookie, chocolate-hazelnut side down, in the glaze to cover the chocolate. Set on a wire rack to dry. Mix remaining glaze with desired color or colors of food coloring. Use a fork to drizzle colored glaze on top of the cookies. View the full article

When searching for a vacation, Orlando has all the right places for whatever you like to do. There are resorts for theme park lovers, golf lovers, shopping and foodies. If you are looking for luxury, romantic getaways, family-friendly places to stay, a company convention space, or even the most... View the full article

Who’s ready for a whole new reason to head to Epcot this weekend? We’ve got one: the first-ever Epcot International Festival of the Arts, a showcase of visual, culinary and performing arts from around the world, officially kicks off today at the park. Epcot International Festival of the Arts will be held Fridays through Mondays starting Jan. 13 – Feb. 20, 2017. The event will feature new art each week, showcasing celebrated work by Disney historical artists like Mary Blair and Herb Ryman. The event will also feature art being created live by artists like Joe Kaminski and Costa Alavezos. Guests can also enjoy the performing arts thanks to Disney Theatrical Productions, which will bring an exciting showcase of favorite music and Broadway talent to the America Gardens Theatre stage. Performances will be at 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. Friday through Monday of each festival weekend. Guests can expect to hear some phenomenal Broadway talent live, performing songs from some of Disney on Broadway’s award-winning shows, like ‪The Lion King‪, Newsies, and Aladdin. And we can’t forget the food. New Food Studios will also showcase culinary creations so delicious and intricate, guests may not know if the menus are for admiring or eating. There will also be hands-on experiences for the whole family, favorite Disney characters channeling their favorite artists, seminars and more. The festival is included with regular Epcot admission. View the full article

Ready to ring in the new year at Disney Parks? We’ve got the cards for you! Check out our two new Disney Gift Card designs featuring icons from Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland Resort. These cards are available online at DisneyGiftCard.com and at select locations throughout each respective park. Plus, if you buy these cards in the parks, they have a special sparkle treatment that enhances Sorcerer Mickey’s magic! Are you going to the inaugural Epcot International Festival of the Arts? Be sure to pick up one of our special-edition wearable Disney Gift Cards, available at the Festival Center (located in the Odyssey Center) and select locations throughout Epcot. Load your Disney Gift Card with as little as $15 and use it to experience culinary marvels and artistic wonders at the festival. If you don’t spend it all at the festival, know that this special-edition Disney Gift Card can still be used for practically all things Disney from theme park tickets to Mickey merchandise at Disney Destinations nationwide! View the full article

WHAT?!??! I know. That’s what you’re saying right now. Learn About: Plaza Ice Cream Parlor Magic Kingdom Disney World Restaurants “WHAT?! DISNEY HAS A DONUT SUNDAE AND I DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT IT?!” How do I know you’re saying that? Because that’s exactly what I was saying when Tina (<– amazing DFB photographer who’s frigging awesome) spotted this at the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor in the Magic Kingdom this week! But it’s OK. It’s brand new — not even on the menu yet — so we didn’t miss out on too much of the Donut Sundae lifespan. And we’re hoping that lifespan is a nice, long one! The Main Street Plaza Ice Cream Parlor can be found at the intersection of Main Street USA and Tomorrowland, just before you get to Cinderella Castle. And the sundae joins a few other must-have treats on the Ice Cream Parlor’s menu, including the house-made ice cream sandwich (preferably ordered with a drizzled sauce!), the “kids’ cone” (it’s totally OK to order this as a grown-up, too) with Mickey ears, and the Plaza Ice Cream Sundae. So…I’m really not envying you the decisions you’ll have to make when you get there! ;-D Plaza Ice Cream Parlor donut Sundae After spotting the sundae on a placard, we grabbed it! It comes with a warm glazed donut, warm apple compote, vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, whipped cream, a cherry, chocolate chips, and peanut butter chips. Donut Sundae close-up: warm apple compote We found out that the donut was not house-made (it’s basically a Krispy Kreme), but it’s warmed just before serving. And with the warm donut and warm compote contrasting with the cold vanilla ice cream, there’s a LOT of amazing going on in this sundae! Donut Sundae close-up: Donut!!!!! I’m doubting the apple compote is house-made, or even fresh (probably canned), but it still works well with the sundae. Though the combo of apple compote with peanut butter chips is a bit strange? Donut Sundae close up At the moment, vanilla ice cream is the default flavor. The Cast Member we spoke to said that once this is officially on the menu, guests should be able to request whatever flavor they’d like. Donut Sundae toppings At press time, this costs $5.99 and is not a Disney Dining Plan snack credit option. But at $5.99, you’re still getting a bargain as far as we’re concerned! Our thoughts? This was fantastic! Donut? Good! Ice Cream? Good! Apple Pie Filling? Good! Whipped Cream? Good! It’s a winner all around. We can’t WAIT until this gets cemented onto the menu! What do you think? Will you be heading to the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor for your Donut Sundae the next time you’re on Main Street USA? Let us know in the comments below! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Review: New! All-American Sundae at Plaza Ice Cream Parlor Magic Kingdom’s Plaza Ice Cream Parlor MK Renovations: Mrs. Potts’ Cupboard & Main Street Ice Cream Parlor View the full article

'The Young Pope,' 'Twin Peaks' and more 'Star Wars': 2017 Movie and Television Preview Jan. 16, 2017, 1:30 a.m. Each winter gives way to spring, to hope eternal, to new movies and TV shows to watch while ignoring the fresh flowers and summer breezes and changing foliage of the unforgiving outdoors.... View the full article

Tonight’s “After Dark” image was snapped in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom Park of the classic Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress attraction. The attraction has been spinning guests through a 21-minute Audio-Animatronics journey through the history of progress since it opened at the park in 1975. The attraction was originally designed by Walt Disney for the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair and currently highlights the achievements of the day in 1900, 1920, 1940 and beyond. Is Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress a must-do for you? Tell us in the “Comments” section below. View the full article

Disneyland’s Fastpass ticketing system, which lets visitors avoid the long lines for crowded attractions by booking a ride time, has been a free feature since it was created in 1999. But Disney announced Wednesday that it will let parkgoers use the Disneyland smartphone app to electronically book... View the full article

With kitchens that specialize in seafood flown in from around the globe, plus steaks and chops, the Paddlefish beverage team is crafting a drink menu that includes innovative cocktails, craft beers and both Old and New World wines. We caught up with General Manager Jimmy Kraus as they prepare for opening. The bow-to-stern transformation of the iconic riverboat will include a new third-floor deck for late-night tastes and sips. What’s distinctive about the beverage program? We dug deep to find rare and amazing wines and spirits as well as familiar classics. We chose everything with respect for pairing. Some of our wine varietals may be new to some folks. And on our cocktail list you’ll find concoctions that you won’t find anywhere else in Disney Springs. We hope to appeal to both the newbie and the connoisseur. Tell us more about the special cocktails. We’re going for diversity through great ingredients. We’ll have a margarita, but it will have a twist. Our sangria is a “man’s sangria” with bourbon, tempranillo [wine] and a French peach liqueur that takes it over the top. Is there a signature cocktail? The Lily Spritz, an homage to The Empress Lily, the original restaurant located where Paddlefish will be. It’s a simple cocktail with complexity and balance, made with cava, rosé, fresh strawberry and a splash of seltzer. Our guests at Fulton’s loved the connection that the historic riverboat makes. How many wines on the list? We’ll feature 175 wines, about 24 by the glass. From a wine-list aspect, we are highlighting small, family-owned estates – I love the stories from these winemakers. We have three certified sommeliers on staff, and are trusting our palates and experience to create a substantial, well-rounded wine program. And we would love the chance to let our guests try something unique. And how about craft beers? We’ll have six on draft, and we’re really focusing on local, as our guests are looking for that local experience. But we’ve got a small brewery out of Utah, one from North Carolina … we’re searching for cool beers that enhance our menu – everything from a light beer to a heavy porter. What’s your favorite space on the boat? We have three lounges: the main bar on the first floor; a small bar on the second floor that seats just seven guests and is more of a “hidden secret,” and the third-floor deck that will be open nightly with live entertainment. It’s my favorite, with a view of both the lake and the springs. We’ll serve small plates and beverages, with laid-back music. There will be a separate beverage menu there – I call this space “vacation in a glass.” Can you share a cocktail recipe? Here’s one that takes a classic drink and makes it our own: Prohibition Mai Tai Serves 1 2 ounces Scarlet Ibis Trinidad Rum .5 ounce orgeat syrup .5 ounce Giffard Banane du Bresil Juice of one-half lime Mint, cherry for garnish Fill a shaker glass with ice, add ingredients and shake well. Pour into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with mint and drop in cherry. View the full article

The return of the Main Street Electrical Parade to Disneyland park on January 20 also the marks the return of the parade’s original opening float. An illuminated Casey Jr. leads the iconic parade, pulling a giant drum that once again proclaims “Disneyland Presents … Main Street Electrical Parade” in bright lights. This quintessential Disney Parks parade lit up the night at Disneyland park from 1972-1996, returning in 2001 as Disney’s Electrical Parade when it began its run at Disney California Adventure park. At that time, the lead drum float was changed to reflect the parade’s new name. Now, with the Main Street Electrical Parade returning to Disneyland park for the first time since 1996, the float has been updated to reflect the parade’s original title. The Main Street Electrical Parade was performed more than 3,600 times for more than 75 million guests during its original run in Disneyland park, and has been seen at Disney Parks around the world. On Jan. 19, guests are invited to celebrate the parade’s return and to ride their favorite attractions over and over in a special, limited-capacity premiere event! Tickets are on sale now, so click here for more information. View the full article

The very first Epcot International Festival of the Arts kicks off TOMORROW, and we wanted to let Walt Disney World Passholders know of a unique opportunity to enhance their experience! ©Disney On each of the Festival’s event nights (running Fridays through Mondays until February 20th), the Disney on Broadway Concert Series will showcase Broadway talent performing Disney classics at the America Gardens Theatre. Walt Disney World Passholders are now able to register for Passholder Seatings at the 5:30 pm and 6:45 pm shows. Screenshot from WDW Passholder e-mail The complimentary tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and to begin the process, you’ll want to follow the Register Now link to your My Disney Experience account provided in the email from Disney currently being sent to Walt Disney World Annual Passholders. Screenshot from WDW Passholder E-mail So, be on the lookout in your email to act as soon as possible to register your spot, and enjoy the show! Seats are going fast!! Would you like to attend one of the Disney On Broadway Concerts? Please let us know which one 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: News! Passholder Exclusive Keepsake Glasses Returning for 2016 Epcot Food and Wine Festival News: Dining Packages and Workshops at Epcot International Festival of the Arts Annual Passholder Exclusive Food and Wine Festival Pin View the full article

This year, the biggest Lunar New Year celebration yet at Disney California Adventure park will be held from Friday, Jan. 20, through Sunday, Feb. 5. The festivities will include beautiful décor, delicious food, fun-filled activities, colorful live performances and more. Today, I have a first look at new commemorative merchandise created for this festive occasion. Lunar New Year, traditionally celebrated within Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese cultures, commemorates the moment when both the sun and the moon begin their journey for another year. Guests visiting during this celebration will find a t-shirt, a magnet, and a decorative trinket box. We will also have traditional red envelopes for gift-giving. Each of these items include a specially designed logo featuring Mickey Mouse. These items will only be found at the Disneyland Resort. On January 26, we will release a limited edition pin for Lunar New Year. The pin will have an edition size of 3,500, and will be carried in select merchandise locations at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa. View the full article

Today we made an announcement of galactic proportions: Star Wars Day at Sea will return in early 2018! The epic day at sea will be part of 15 special Disney Fantasy sailings to the Caribbean from January through April. The event features a full day of Star Wars celebrations including a deck party spectacular with an extraordinary fireworks display, encounters with the galaxy’s most formidable and heroic characters, Star Wars-themed family and youth activities, unique food and beverage offerings and special merchandise. Departing Jan. 6, 20; Feb. 3, 17; March 3, 17, 31; and April 14, 2018, the western Caribbean itinerary includes Cozumel, Mexico; Falmouth, Jamaica; Grand Cayman, and Castaway Cay. Departing Jan. 13, 27; Feb. 10, 24; March 10, 24; and April 7, 2018, the eastern Caribbean itinerary includes Tortola, St. Thomas and Castaway Cay. This week I’m onboard the Disney Fantasy where today we kicked off the first Star Wars Day at Sea of 2017! Last year’s inaugural season of this special day-long celebration left all of us in anticipation, and I can tell you, there’s a ton of excitement in the air. Its fun to see everyone dressed up enjoying the fantastic activities happening all day long. Watching Rogue One: A Star Wars Story on the big screen tonight in the Walt Disney Theatre is sure to be even more incredible after seeing Jedi, Wookiees, droids, Stormtroopers and other iconic characters walk around the ship all day! I’ll be sharing highlights of this year’s event with you soon, but in the meantime, check out some of the action from last year: A Look Back at the Inaugural Season of Star Wars Day at Sea Top Five: Star Wars Day at Sea on the Disney Fantasy Experience the Force: First Look at Star Wars Day at Sea on the Disney Fantasy View the full article

CELEBRATION, Fla. (Jan. 12, 2017) – In 2018, the epic day at sea returns to Disney Cruise Line with 15 special Disney Fantasy sailings to the Caribbean from January through April. Star Wars Day at Sea transports guests to a galaxy far, far away to celebrate the legendary adventures and iconic characters from the Star Wars saga with Jedi, Wookiees, droids, Stormtroopers and others during the special day-long celebration. Star Wars Day at Sea summons the power of the Force, the magic of Disney and the excitement of cruising for an out-of-this-galaxy experience unlike any other. “The Force is stronger than ever onboard the Disney Fantasy, and we are excited to bring back Star Wars Day at Sea in 2018,” said Karl Holz, president of Disney Cruise Line. “The popularity of the event over the past two years inspired us to continue immersing our guests in the Star Wars galaxy. Everyone, from the youngest Padawan to the most knowledgeable Jedi Master, is invited to enjoy this event of galactic proportions and make memories that will last a lifetime.” The event features a full day of Star Wars celebrations including a deck party spectacular with an extraordinary fireworks display, encounters with the galaxy’s most formidable and heroic characters, Star Wars-themed family and youth activities, unique food and beverage offerings and special merchandise. Throughout the day, guests enjoy immersive entertainment and activities that are all a part of the galactic adventure… Discover the Force Characters from across the Star Wars galaxy are onboard for interactions and photos. Guests are encouraged to bring costumes for a special gathering in the atrium lobby. Guests indulge in the Star Wars films and television series, including all the films in the Star Wars saga, Star Wars Rebels and the latest installment in the new standalone series “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” Specialty Star Wars-themed beverages, snacks, dinner menu items and desserts please the palates of everyone from Padawans to Rebel pilots to Tusken Raiders. Learn the Ways of the Jedi In “Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple,” Force-sensitive children learn the ways of the Jedi and use their new-found skills in a final face-off with Darth Vader and the Seventh Sister. Star Wars-themed arts and crafts, games and activities are offered throughout the day in all youth spaces for younglings to explore their powers. Kids and families test their knowledge during Star Wars trivia games. “Summon the Force” The epic day at sea concludes with the “Summon the Force” deck celebration where guests unleash the Force during games, music and a galactic dance party. The grand finale features legendary Star Wars characters, pyrotechnics, stunts, special effects and a stunning fireworks display accompanied by John Williams’ iconic music. Star Wars Day at Sea will be on 15 Disney Fantasy seven-night Caribbean cruises sailing from Port Canaveral, Fla. Departing Jan. 6, 20; Feb. 3, 17; March 3, 17, 31; and April 14, 2018, the western Caribbean itinerary includes Cozumel, Mexico; Falmouth, Jamaica; Grand Cayman, and Disney’s private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay. Departing Jan. 13, 27; Feb. 10, 24; March 10, 24; and April 7, 2018, the eastern Caribbean itinerary includes Tortola, St. Thomas and Castaway Cay. To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, guests can visit http://www.disneycruise.com, call Disney Cruise Line at 888-325-2500 or contact their travel agent. ### View the full article

The new Walt Disney World Epcot festival includes Tarzan, caviar, Mary Blair, a Roy Lichtenstein-inspired drink and a sake-barrel cracking. You could appropriately call the Epcot International Festival of the Arts a stew or a medley or a collage. At any rate, there will be a lot to sample when... View the full article

This week, we’re celebrating the recent Golden Globe Award win (for Best Animated Feature) by “Zootopia” by making it the focus of today’s Disney Doodle. Here, scheming pals Nick and Finnick fine tune the deals of their latest hustle while Nick pushes Finnick dressed in his disguise in a stroller. In this illustration, artist Ashley Taylor has imagined them rolling right down the middle of Main Street, U.S.A. “I love Finnick’s elephant costume in ‘Zootopia’! It was my favorite element to draw in this illustration,” she said. View the full article

This post is part of the DFB #OnTheList series, where we feature eats you’ve GOT to have while you’re at Disney! Let us know what’s on YOUR Disney Food Bucket List @DisneyFoodBlog #OnTheList! What’s frozen, made of guava, passion fruit, and orange juices, and is #OnTheList? It’s the Jungle Juice Slush at Animal Kingdom’s Mahindi (AKA Harambe Popcorn ;-D). You may already know and love Jungle Juice if you’ve tried it at Animal Kingdom’s Tusker House Restaurant or Boma at nearby Animal Kingdom Lodge. OR you may be familiar with it as POG Juice (Passion Fruit, Orange, and Guava — natch!) or Liliko’i Juice when it is served as part of breakfast at ‘Ohana’s Best Friends Breakfast or at Kona Cafe. Then again, you may refer to it as Moonshine (which, despite the name, is a non-alcoholic drink) if you start your day at Trail’s End. POG Juice But only at Mahindi — a simple Popcorn Cart in Animal Kingdom’s Africa (previously known as Harambe Popcorn) — where it’s served frozen in slush form. And that is what lands Mahindi’s version on our Disney Food Bucket List. PLUS, it’s the only place you can get this particular blend of tropical juices without an Advance Dining Reservation! (Funny story: when they first started serving Jungle Juice at this kiosk, it wasn’t supposed to be slushy — but one of the Cast Member there always turned the drink tumbler on at a colder temperature and it ended up frozen! We first spotted it and wrote this post — along with a pretty awesome hack. Since then, the slush-factor has become standard!) Jungle Juice Slushy DFB MONEY SAVING TIP: Now, here’s something you should know before you partake in a Jungle Juice Slush of your own: you’ll spy it on Mahindi’s menu priced at $13.99 and served in the Souvenir Musical Tumbler. Don’t get me wrong — that tumbler is pretty rad. But you can also get the slush on its own for $3.99 (or as a snack credit on the Disney Dining Plan). Mahindi Menu As expected, it’s served with the signature Animal Kingdom paper straw, so as to not cause any harm to the park’s beautiful animals. Jungle Juice Slushy with Paper Straw What makes the Jungle Juice Slush different from other popular Slush drinks in Disney World (such as the Raspberry Lemonade or Pina Colada Slush)? Well, the combined citrus and tropical juices carry a particularly potent punch when it comes to flavor. And the slush from the icy bits make this a perfectly tasty way to cool down even on the hottest days in Animal Kingdom. Jungle Juice Slushy So, no matter whether you think the Jungle Juice Slush is made of something called Moonshine, POG, or Liliko’i Juice, be sure to put it #OnTheList! Is the Jungle Juice Slushy on your Disney Food Bucket List? Please let us know with a comment! What’s On YOUR Disney Food Bucket List? The Jungle Juice Slush is featured on the DFB Disney Food Bucket List — #OnTheList! Check out the list for more must-eats, and tweet, instagram, and Facebook your Disney Food Bucket List items @DisneyFoodBlog with #OnTheList! 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 DFB Video: Jungle Juice Slushy at Disney’s Animal Kingdom My Great Idea That You Have to Try: The Jungle Juice Float in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! UPDATE!: The Original DFB Jungle Juice Float in Animal Kingdom View the full article