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Disney Parks How-To Make a Bento Box Magical: Kakamora From Disney’s 'Moana' View the full article

Our next Disney Parks Blog meet-up may be the best of the year and you have an opportunity to join us for this special after-hours event at Epcot. On December 5, 2016, we are celebrating Star Wars at Disney’s Hollywood Studios as well as the upcoming film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story with an invite-only meet-up that’ll feature Spaceship Earth magically transforming into the Death Star. The Disney Parks Blog hosted meet-up, that will include local media, will be held after hours at Epcot in Florida on Monday, December 5, 2016. Specific timing and details will be shared via email to individuals whose valid RSVPs are received before we reach the planned capacity for the event. During our Star Wars celebration, Spaceship Earth will be transformed into the Death Star through digital projections. And before the Death Star appears, we will be sharing updates on current and upcoming Star Wars experiences at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. RSVP for the meet-up NOW by clicking here. Only one guest is permitted per attendee. A limited number of attendees may attend the meet-up, so be one of the first to sign up. If you are not able to attend, you can watch it live right here on the Disney Parks Blog on Monday night. Also, here are a few things you should know: All attendees who sign up for the meet-up must be 18 years or older, but guests do not need to be 18 or older. Limit one guest per registrant. The experience is an invitation only event happening after Epcot park hours and does not include park admission. We will send an email to individuals whose valid RSVPs are received by us before we reach the planned capacity to confirm their attendance for the meet-up. If confirmed, it will be necessary for the registrant and guest to check in at the front of Epcot for access to the event. The confirmation will include those details. Valid photo I.D. will be required at check-in. Meet-up confirmations are non-transferrable and have no cash value. Confirmation will be for the accepted registered person and guest. If you do not receive an email from us confirming your reservation, then your RSVP was not accepted. The meet-up is subject to change or cancellation without notice. This post will be updated after capacity has been reached. Looking forward to seeing you there. View the full article

Guests at Shanghai Disney Resort celebrated the 200th performance of THE LION KING Mandarin production this week with a full house at the lavish, 1,200-seat Walt Disney Grand Theatre. This visually captivating and uplifting musical based on the classic Disney film is one of the most popular and longest-running Broadway shows in China. The show’s cast commemorated the special occasion by snapping a selfie after curtain call with the entire audience and enjoying a splendid, handcrafted cake backstage from Chinese celebrity Jolin Cai and her award-winning creative team. And to celebrate the 200th performance, a digital billboard in Pudong will continue to glimmer into the night sharing the milestone with the people of Shanghai. The first Mandarin production of THE LION KING has been running exclusively at the Walt Disney Grand Theatre in Disneytown since its premiere on June 14, 2016. The musical showcases an outstanding cast with local talent as well as performers from all over the world, making this a distinctive and unique Broadway-caliber experience. Be sure to check out THE LION KING Mandarin production at Shanghai Disney Resort during your next visit, and keep an eye on the Disney Parks Blog for more milestones from our newest Disney resort. View the full article

Each month this year, I’ve traveled around World Showcase at Epcot sharing looks at beautiful architecture and unique products found in each pavilion. This month, my unforgettable shopping adventure concludes with a visit to Mexico Pavilion. Within the majestic pyramid of the Mexico Pavilion, guests will find the Plaza de los Amigos located just past a gallery containing historic artifacts. The plaza is an “open air” marketplace with festive carts and shops such as La Tienda Encantada that carries accessories and fine jewelry, or La Princesa de Cristal that is home to crystal and glassware by Arribas Brothers. In the plaza, guests will also find the Gran Fiesta Tour attraction starring The Three Caballeros; the San Angel Inn Restaurante that is modeled after a 17th-century hacienda at the base of Mayan ruins; and La Cava del Tequila that has over 200 tequilas, top-shelf cocktails, Mexican beer and wine. I love how the inside of this pavilion feels like perpetual twilight. I enjoyed strolling throughout the plaza while looking at the colorful assortment of glassware, food items, leather goods, and decorative figurines. During my visit, I also found apparel and drinkware featuring Disney characters, and beautiful handcrafted Mexican jewelry and scarves. Finally, I was delighted to see products celebrating Día de los Muertos. Guests will find T-shirts created especially for World Showcase, jewelry, handbags, home goods and more. They also recently introduced gorgeous handmade dolls inspired by this annual celebration. Guests may find select items from this pavilion using the Shop Disney Parks mobile app. To download, please visit DisneyWorld.com/Shop. Here are some additional photographs of products that caught my eye in Mexico Pavilion: View the full article

First, it was my nieces. They can’t get enough of the “Frozen” story of two sisters – fun loving and strong-willed, who overcome challenges to find their courage and strength in the love for each other. They own the dresses, the tiaras, and of course, the DVD. And now, my toddler son is delighted by Olaf, and somehow already knows the words to the film’s most popular song, even though he’s never seen the movie. This story continues in the Epcot attraction “Frozen Ever After” at the Norway Pavilion, where you sail through the kingdom of Arendelle during a “Summer Snow Day.” We’ll let some of our young guests share their adventure with Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, Olaf and their friends as they make their way up the North Mountain to the Ice Palace. View the full article

Disney's 'Moana' Meet-Up | Walt Disney World View the full article

Follow the scent of gingerbread into the stately lobby of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at the Disneyland Resort, and there you’ll find the “Grand” Gingerbread House. Standing seven feet tall and 12 feet wide, this massive confection took a whopping 1,400 hours to bake and assemble. What does it take to make such a beautiful (and edible) display? 600 pounds gingerbread 600 pounds powdered sugar 12 gallons egg whites 3.5 gallons lemon juice 150 pounds fondant 1 pound glitter The gingerbread house is assembled using a little magic and a lot of skill by six craftsmen, two electricians and 16 bakers and pastry chefs. Can’t make it to Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa to check it out yourself? Take a look at the all the festive details in these photos! View the full article

Snacking with a special diet or allergy can be tricky at Walt Disney World, but Disney has released something that might make life a little easier! Pure Growth Organic Snacks are, at a minimum, organic and all natural. While these grab-and-go snacks aren’t hearty meals, families can stash them in a backpack and eat on the go or in line. And, as a bonus, they come with Disney characters on the packaging to make them feel like a more magical snack! Pure Growth Organic breakfast bar packaging A few variations of the snacks are found in parks merchandise shops and in most resorts. Many of the snacks are Disney Dining Plan snack credit eligible, but some have multiple servings in the package and are not. Let’s have a look at each of the new snacks! Popcorn I know, I know, you might be wondering why we’re talking about popcorn when we rave about popcorn across the World. (Here’s a sampling of said popcorn — and popcorn from popcorn carts at Disney parks is vegan and gluten free.) But this popcorn is different… Pure Growth Organic sea salt popcorn Pure Growth Organic Snacks popcorn is pretty darn healthy as far as popped corn goes. It’s organic, kosher, gluten free, cholesterol free, and doesn’t contain MSGm trans fat, artificial colors or flavors. BAM!!! Pure Growth Organic popcorn pack For $9.99, you get six snack-size popcorn bags – three white cheddar flavored and three sea salt flavored. Pure Growth Organic white cheddar popcorn Both flavors are tasty, but the white cheddar is obviously the more flavorful option. The great thing about the white cheddar is how you get all the cheddar flavor but none of the sticky fingers that come with most flavored popcorns! Close-up of white cheddar popcorn Each bag is about .6 ounces, and as you can see above, it’s a nice, light snack. That can hold you over until lunch and/or keep a hangry tantrum at bay. Pure Growth Organic popcorn pack serving size I think this is a great snack option, especially for families looking for gluten-free options! Mickey Shaped Animal Crackers It’s not hard to find a cute animal cracker, but make it Mickey-shaped, and it’s even more cute! Pure Growth Organic animal crackers There are two flavors: original and chocolate. I only tried the chocolate flavor, which is surprisingly chocolate-y! Pure Growth Organic original flavor animal cracker packaging Mickey is on the packaging that contains 7 ounces of animal crackers (FYI — according to the Pure Growth Organic, a 7-ounce package contains about 70 individual crackers, which seems like a pretty filling snack to me)! Pure Growth Organic chocolate animal crackers For $7.49, I think this is a bag that would be good for snacking throughout the day — especially for little ones! Pure Growth Organic animal crackers nutrition Unlike the popcorn, the animal crackers are not gluten free, but they are organic, baked, free of MSG, artificial colors, flavors and trans fats. Cinnamon Brown Sugar Breakfast Bars One of my favorite ways to save time and money at Disney is by bringing breakfast items and eating them on the way to the parks, and the BB-8 packaging on these cinnamon brown sugar bars makes it even more appealing! Pure Growth Organic cinnamon brown sugar breakfast bars For $7.49, you get a box of five individually wrapped breakfast bars. Each bar is 150 calories, which isn’t very much, but it’s enough to hold you over until your next meal, or as a quick breakfast. The individual packaging on these makes it an easy snack to carry in the parks with a small bag, too! Pure Growth Organic breakfast bar unwrapped I was really pleased with how flavorful this was. You can definitely taste the cinnamon! The bar is super soft and chewy. Pure Growth Organic breakfast bar cross-section Sadly, these breakfast bars are not gluten free either. But they are organic, low fat, kosher, and baked. They do not contain any artificial color or flavors, MSG, preservatives or trans fats. Pure Growth Organic breakfast bar nutrition I think this is a convenient, tasty snack to pick up in the park — plus, BB-8 is just about the cutest robot ever, right? Overall I’m glad to see some options available in the parks for those with special diets and allergies. It’s refreshing to recognize all of the ingredients on the nutrition label. And it’s super convenient to be able to carry packaged snacks around instead of waiting in line at a restaurant — not to mention the money you will save and the tantrums you could prevent when “hanger” strikes! More detailed nutrition information can be found on the Pure Growth Organic website for each snack. According to the website, you can buy them at Amazon or Walmart, too, for a fraction of the price! Have you tried these snacks yet? What did you think? 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: News: “Snacks with Character” Allergy-Friendly Items Now Available in Disney Parks SNEAK PEEK: New Disney-Branded Allergy Friendly Snacks Guest Review: Allergy Friendly Dining at Walt Disney World View the full article

If you are looking for unique holiday gifts from Disney Parks, mark your calendars for these upcoming Disney merchandise events taking place in December 2016 at Magic Kingdom Park and Epcot in Walt Disney World Resort. Magic Kingdom Park December 5 – Uptown Jewelers on Main Street, U.S.A. will be hosting modern day calligrapher Singling Lee for a special one day promotion from 11:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Guests who purchase a minimum of $125 in PANDORA Jewelry at the shop on December 5 will receive a personalized calligraphy on a commemorative item. Please note commemorative items are available while supplies last. Separate admission to Magic Kingdom Park is required. December 18-22 – Guests can meet artist Larry Dotson at the Main Street Cinema on Main Street, U.S.A. from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Epcot December 1-3 – Meet artist William Silvers from 3:00-9:00 p.m. at the Art of Disney shop in Future World. December 2-4 – Guests can meet Rachelle Eason from Boiled Books at the Port of Entry from park open to close. She will also appear at the location on December 9-11, 16-18, 23-25, and December 30 – January 1, 2017. December 2-4 – Guests can check out the latest Yardley fragrance and beauty products and meet representatives from 12 noon to 7:00 p.m. each day at The Queen’s Table in United Kingdom pavilion. They will return to the location on December 16-18 and December 29 – January 1, 2017. We will be offering bottle painting and personalization on December 3-4, 17-18, and 29-30. December 5-11 – Artist Larry Dotson will appear at The Art of Disney in Future World from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. each day. He will return to The Puffin’s Roost in Norway pavilion on December 26-28 where he will meet with guests from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. each day. December 8-9 – Guests can meet representatives from Kit Heath at The Queen’s Table in United Kingdom pavilion at World Showcase from 12 noon to 7:00 p.m. each day. December 9-10 – Representatives from Dale of Norway will be at The Puffins Roost in Norway pavilion from park open to close each day. December 10 – Guests are invited to attend an Antica Murrina event in Il Bel Cristallo at the Italy pavilion from 12 Noon to 7:00 p.m. December 13-17 – Meet Geir Ness, creator of Laila Fragrances & Beauty Products, at The Puffins Roost in Norway pavilion from 12 Noon to 6:00 p.m. each day. December 14-18 – Marie Line Patry, National Director for Fragrances and Beauty at Guerlain, will be at La Signature in France pavilion from 12 Noon – 8:00 p.m. each day. She will share beauty advice and tips with guests during her appearances. December 15-19 – Artist David Doss returns to The Art of Disney shop in Future World. He will meet with guests from 1:00 – 9:00 p.m. each day. December 16-17 – Attend a Fontanini Nativity Set Signing with artist Emanuele Fontanini at Il Bel Cristallo in Italy pavilion. Emanuele will sign items from 12 Noon – 3:00 p.m., and from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. each day. December 16-17 – Santa’s Village outside The American Adventure will host artist Patsy Larson for a Ne’Qwa ornament signing event from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. each day. View the full article

Figment, a Walt Disney World fan favorite, will get the topiary treatment for the 2017 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. A 6-foot-tall version of the dragon, a longtime part of the theme park’s Imagination pavilion, will be perched atop a 5-foot-diameter ball fashioned from yellow Joseph’s... View the full article

The Making of Walt Disney World’s First Drones Show | Disney Springs View the full article

So, we showed you a little something special during our most recent tour around Disney World… Musical Tree Tin with Shortbread Rounds …and it’s taken the DFB team by storm!! Two of our team members have made it a priority to purchase this one! Our Disneyland Correspondent, Heather Sievers, spotted it…and totally bought it…in Disneyland, recently! I know it LOOKS like it’s a simple tree tin featuring pictures of the new Storybook Plush Character Ornaments that can be found at Disney merchandise spots at the moment. BUT! Shortbread Rounds Musical Tree Tin It’s also MUSICAL. AND it rotates! Better yet? It’s filled with thirteen individually wrapped Shortbread Cookie Rounds (those yummy Walker kind — each individual pack contains two cookies…so you get 26 cookies). Shortbread Rounds Shortbread Rounds The price is $35.99, and Heather (who has been enjoying hers immensely!) assures that it’s very well made, so she anticipates that the sturdy little tree will be part of her decorations LONG after the cookies are gone ;). Inside Musical Tree Tin with Shortbread Rounds If you’re interested in getting one for yourself or as a gift for a fellow Disney fan, keep an eye out at merchandise locations around Disney World AND Disneyland (your best bet might be the larger stores such as World of Disney on either coast or Epcot’s Mouse Gear and the like). Happy Shopping! What do you think of the Shortbread Tree Tin? 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: Spotted! Musical Tumbler in Disney’s Animal Kingdom The Beer, Wine, and Cookies Christmas Tree Snack Series: Caramel Covered Shortbread in Epcot View the full article

A 6-foot-tall topiary Figment balancing on a floral ball will be just one of the firsts that will delight you during this spring’s Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival at Walt Disney World Resort. Ninety days of bright blooms and whimsical creations for all of your senses begin March 1. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Daisy and Pluto will greet Epcot guests at the Epcot front entrance in a new topiary garden inspired by a vintage Walt Disney short film. Belle from the Oscar-winning Disney film “Beauty and the Beast” is getting a major topiary makeover, joining Snow White, Elsa and Anna as the next-generation “princess” topiary. In the “Cars”-themed interactive play garden: a new character topiary from the upcoming June 2017 release of “Cars 3” will join the gang. If you get inspired, you can take advantage of the expanded operating hours of the Festival Center opening week, Wednesday, March 1 to Sunday, March 5, and pop into a gardening seminar or DIY workshop. During the remaining weeks of the Festival, the center will be open Friday through Sunday. Leave room to try two new Outdoor Kitchens, and grab a seat when performers will rock America Garden Theatre stage four days a week. The Garden Rocks concert series will run Friday through Monday, with three concerts a night. The Festival runs March 1 to May 29. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for Festival details. View the full article

The newly transformed Disney Wonder is now sailing out of Galveston with Texas-sized changes all throughout the ship! Incredible enhancements were made from bow to stern, with new spaces and activities for all ages. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be giving you a mom’s take on the transformed Disney Wonder, starting today with what’s in store for families. Stay tuned for more videos about the brand-new adventures for kids, where adults can escape for “me” time and how entertainment takes dining to new heights aboard the Disney Wonder. View the full article

The arrival of December means the Christmas holiday is only a few weeks away. As a father, I love counting down the days until December 25 with my children. I particularly enjoy seeing the excitement in their eyes during this season of giving. This year, I found several unique products from Disney Parks to help count the days until this festive holiday arrives. The first image in this story shows the ever-popular Mickey and Minnie Mouse Victorian-themed countdown calendar. New this year, guests will find a magnetic holiday countdown calendar with Mickey Mouse with Chip and Dale in a holiday scene. The calendar uses a Mickey Mouse-shaped holiday ornament to mark the days. One of my favorite items is the Countdown to Christmas Calendar that includes milk chocolate presents. On December 1, we are releasing a limited edition Christmas Countdown pin at select merchandise locations in Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. This pin contains an easel so it can easily be displayed with your holiday decorations. It will have an edition size of 2,000. Finally, the Disney Parks online store and the Shop Disney Parks app will be celebrating 12 days of Christmas with special deals. From December 5-16, a new deal will be offered each day for 12 days on a variety of items including select ear hat or shoe ornaments, PANDORA Jewelry, Star Wars products, apparel, toys and more. To see these offers, please visit DisneyParks.com/Store or download the free Shop Disney Parks app. View the full article

This week’s Disney Doodle was inspired by the stars of the 1991 film “Beauty & The Beast,” Belle and Beast. When artist Ashley Taylor tried to imagine what this couple would do first if they had the chance to visit a Disney theme park, the immensely popular Be Our Guest restaurant at Magic Kingdom Park immediately came to mind. “The Be Our Guest restaurant really transforms you into the film,” Ashley said. “I could easily envision Belle and Beast enjoying a prepared meal every night!” Be Our Guest restaurant is located within Beast’s Castle in the New Fantasyland section of the park. Here guests can enjoy quick-service lunch or table-service dinner in one of three themed dining rooms – the Castle Gallery, the Grand Ballroom and the dark West Wing. View the full article

Disney Helps ‘Reverse the Decline’ of Elephants | Disney’s Animal Kingdom View the full article

Meet Captain Ron — A Sea-Turtle-Egg-Detection Dog! | Disney Parks View the full article

Hello from Walt Disney World! Today, we’re taking a look at some of our favorite restaurants around the World, as we share with you our suggestions for the Best Walt Disney World Restaurants for First Timers. It’s the latest Disney Food Blog video that you’ll find on our brand new DFB YouTube Video Channel! Are you headed to Walt Disney World for the very first time, or are you a veteran of the Parks and Resorts? Tune in to see if you agree with our picks for First Timers. We think that you can’t go wrong with classics like Chef Mickey’s. And Be Our Guest is a DFB favorite as well. Of course, if you venture over to 50s Prime Time Cafe, be sure to eat ALL of your veggies, and keep your elbows off the table! By the way, have you subscribed to our DFB YouTube Channel yet? If not, you should! By subscribing, you’ll be alerted as soon as we post a new video, so you’ll never miss out on seeing all of your Disney Food Favorites up close and in action. So what are you waiting for? Head over and check our our latest video, Best Walt Disney World Restaurants for First Timers! What’s your best restaurant suggestions for first time WDW visitors? Leave a comment and share your thoughts 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: NEW Video! The Best Brownies in Walt Disney World! New DFB Video: The Disney Dole Whip! New Video: Our Disney Dining Plan Recommendations for One-Credit Restaurants! View the full article

This past spring we found out that Paddlefish is coming to Disney Springs in the former location of Fulton’s Crab House. The new restaurant will focus on seafood as well as chops and steaks and a new oyster shucking bar! Way back in the Summer we shared a sneak peek at a few menu items. And while the official menu hasn’t been announced yet we have another peek at more of the menu items coming soon to Paddlefish. First, check out the Lobster Roll! We can’t wait to try this one! If seafood and pasta is your thing, you might want to check out the Linguine with Clams. Linguine with clams ©Paddlefish We’re always looking for a good burger and this Burger with Pimento Cheese is one we’ll definitely be ordering. Burger with Pimento Cheese ©Paddlefish Sometimes you just want a steak, even if you’re dining at a seafood joint. This New York Strip with Cauliflower Puree will also be on the menu. New York Strip with Cauliflower Puree ©Paddlefish Cauliflower Puree seems to be a trend with the Paddlefish menu, as you’ll also find it in this dish paired with Scallops and Brussels sprouts. Scallops with Brussels Sprouts and Cauliflower Puree ©Paddlefish So we know Paddlefish is serving seafood, steaks, and burgers, but the menu will also feature salads including this Wheat Berry Salad with Shrimp. Wheat Berry Salad with Shrimp ©Paddlefish You’ll also find several unique cocktails at Paddlefish, including the Captain Handsome (love the name) and the Lily Spritzer. Captain Handsome ©Paddlefish We’re looking forward to checking out this Southern Sangria – maybe at the new rooftop bar! Southern Sangria ©Paddlefish The full menu for Paddlefish is still in the final stages but it will also feature a “build your own” fish boil, Alaskan King Crab, and Florida Stone Crab. We haven’t heard an official opening date for Paddlefish, but we’ve been hearing “late 2016.” Time’s a-tickin’… Will you be visiting Paddlefish when it opens? 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: Sneak Peek: Menu Pictures from Paddlefish, Opening in Disney Springs This Fall News: Fulton’s Crab House Becomes Paddlefish this Fall First Look! Menus and Food Photos for The Boathouse Restaurant Opening Soon at Disney World View the full article

We can’t believe it’s already time for Shanghai Disney Resort to celebrate its first holiday season! The festivities bring to life an authentically Disney holiday wonderland with unique flourishes guests can only find at our newest Disney resort. Guests will feel the holiday spirit walking down a transformed Mickey Avenue at Shanghai Disneyland decked out with special decorations, festive music and warm greetings from Mickey and his pals in their holiday attire. There’s even a chance to view a dazzling Christmas tree in Gardens of Imagination, which is magically lit every night of the celebration. Disneytown, Shanghai Disneyland Hotel and Toy Story Hotel will all have shimmering Christmas trees for guests to enjoy, each with different styles that bring the holiday spirit to life across the resort. The pianist at Shanghai Disneyland Hotel will also be available to play a few merry tunes. In honor of the holiday season, guests will find more than 30 limited-release merchandise items around the resort, including special Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse plush toys, festive Christmas head wear and scarves, and beautiful holiday ornaments. There will also be holiday feasts and treats at several restaurants and shops throughout the park. Happy holidays from Shanghai Disney Resort! View the full article

Marvel Day at Sea | Disney Cruise Line View the full article

A new NFL champion won’t be crowned for another two months, but a Super Bowl is about to get underway at Walt Disney World Resort. For the 20th straight year, the Pop Warner Super Bowl begins Saturday at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. And just like their NFL heroes, these young players battled through post-season competitions to achieve their “I’m going to Disney World!” moment by qualifying for the Pop Warner Super Bowl. The week-long tournament features 64 football teams and more than 400 cheerleading squads from around the nation going head-to-head to be crowned national champions in various divisions. For a few of these players, their football dreams are just beginning with this magical trip to Walt Disney World Resort. That’s because more than 70 percent of active NFL players competed in Pop Warner, including Super Bowl MVP Peyton Manning (Denver Broncos) and eight-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (Arizona Cardinals). If you’re visiting Walt Disney World Resort between Dec. 3-10, stop by the sports complex and get a sneak peek at the NFL talent of tomorrow. You can get a look at the full schedule for the tournament here. Daily admission is $12.50 (ages 3-9) or $17.50 (ages 10 & older), or you can purchase a length-of-admission pass for $37.50 or $52.50. For updates on the Pop Warner Super Bowl and to keep up with all of the latest Disney Sports news and events, be sure check us out on Facebook and on Twitter, @DisneySports. For more information about sports events held at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, visit www.espnwwos.com. View the full article

If you’d like to get a jump-start on your holiday shopping this year, I have gathered a few charming gift ideas from ALEX AND ANI created especially for Disney Parks. The Disney Parks online store is currently offering four unique gift sets created by ALEX AND ANI. The three-piece sets include a charm bangle and two beaded bangles, while the two-piece sets include a charm bangle and a metal beaded bangle. Designs include the following: Mickey Mouse Filigree in RAFAELIAN SILVER Finish; Mickey Mouse Filigree in RAFAELIAN GOLD Finish; Tinker Bell “Believing Is Just The Beginning” in Shiny Silver Finish; and Cinderella “A Dream Is A Wish…” in Shiny Silver Finish. Celebrate the holidays with three charms featuring Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Olaf from Disney’s “Frozen.” Each festive charm bangle is available in a choice of Shiny Silver or Shiny Gold Finish. As we continue to make room for even more designs from ALEX AND ANI at Disney Parks, it means we are retiring select designs in the coming months. Some of the designs include park icons from Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts along with select Disney wrap designs. Look for new park icons bangles to arrive in 2017 (I’ve seen a sneak preview and they look outstanding!). Finally, we are inviting Disney Parks Blog readers to help select new “Words Are Powerful” Color Infusion bangles inspired by Disney sayings and attributes of some of our most beloved characters! You may recall reading about this collection in June 2016 . For the next five days, guests are invited to select one of their favorite phrases from choices below. The top three phrases with the most votes will be released as part of the ALEX AND ANI “Words Are Powerful” collection in spring 2017. What phrase would you like to see in the ALEX AND ANI “Words Are Powerful” collection in spring 2017? Look for ALEX AND ANI in select merchandise locations at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. You may also find select designs via the free Shop Disney Parks app or on the Disney Parks online store. View the full article

Mario Lopez and Family Explore Disney Cruise Line View the full article